The holiday season is a natural time for reflection, making it the perfect opportunity to let go. Whether it’s outdated habits, lingering doubts, or commitments that drain your energy, releasing them creates space for growth and renewal. Consider what feels heavy or unaligned in your life—relationships, obligations, or routines—and ask yourself if they truly contribute to your well-being. By gently setting these aside, you make room for lighter, more meaningful experiences. Letting go isn’t about loss; it’s about opening yourself to new possibilities that better support your journey.
Letting go can feel like a deep sigh for your soul, a moment to exhale and say, “Ah, I didn’t need that anyway.” Simply put, it's about allowing yourself to feel lighter and more open to whatever comes next. The holiday season, with all its glitter and chaos, can actually be the perfect backdrop for this practice. Amidst the noise, there’s something powerful about creating space for what truly matters to you.
When you release, you invite a sense of ease and flow into your life. It’s like clearing out a little corner of your mind to make way for fresh ideas, renewed energy, or just a bit of peace and quiet. You don’t have to have it all figured out. Sometimes the magic lies in trusting that letting go will create room for something wonderful to unfold. After all, the holidays are about joy, connection, and being present, and letting go makes it so much easier to fully enjoy all of that.
Releasing what no longer serves us is an act of self-compassion and empowerment. It’s about trusting yourself to discern what you need versus what you’ve outgrown. This process can be as simple as saying no to a tradition that feels forced or as profound as shifting your mindset about what success or happiness means to you. During this season of giving, remember that you can also gift yourself the freedom to move forward unburdened. When you release the old, you honor your capacity to grow, evolve, and embrace the joy found in living authentically.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
- What commitments, habits, or beliefs have felt heavy or unaligned in my life lately? How can I create space to let them go and invite more ease and fulfillment into my daily routine?
- What does “serving my well-being” truly look and feel like? How can I focus more on what uplifts me while gently letting go of what no longer aligns with my goals or values?
- As I release what no longer serves me, what new opportunities or experiences do I hope to welcome into my life? How can I stay open to the possibilities that come with letting go?
TODAY'S GIFT
BOOKISH 25 DAYS, 25 DAYS, & DELUXE 25 DAYS
This gift is one of my absolute favorites to give. I always buy extras and drop them in my gifts to loved ones too—it's soap from BluGirl Soapworks. I met Benny years ago at the NE Farmers Market when we were merely patrons, and over the last few years as a vendor, we've become friends. Benny, and his partner Roxy, are not only talented soap makers but also wonderful people. The time and care they put into our community, and their soap shine through with all they do! Depending on your box size you'll find one or multiple bars. Great for releasing, and washing away, what no longer serves us!
SAMPLE BOX
To coincide with the theme of the frosted pine soap from BluGirl, I went with a No. 09 candle. No. 09 is one of my favorite scents, and an absolute bestseller, especially this time of year.