Nature’s Art

Bundle up and go out for a walk. Notice the cloudy sky, maybe a hint of early winter snow in the air. While walking, collect a few colorful leaves, acorns, or pinecones. When you get home, arrange them in a simple bowl or vase as a centerpiece. It’s a small act of bringing the outdoors in and celebrating the season’s beauty. Smile.

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Gratitude Text

Think of someone who’s made a positive impact on your life recently. Send them a quick text to say thank you. It doesn’t have to be long—just a few words to let them know you appreciate them. You’ll brighten both their day and yours.

Taking care of yourself, both mentally and physically, is crucial as you navigate life transitions. You’re not alone, and there is a path forward, even if it doesn’t feel like it right now. If you know someone that could use a little boost of Self Care, please feel free to share this tip with them by hitting the button below.

As Thanksgiving draws near, the season can bring an emotional weight, especially when you’re navigating the ups and downs of divorce. In a season that often highlights togetherness and tradition, it can be hard to feel “at home” in the familiar rituals. But even in this time of transition, there is a gentle opportunity to reflect, heal, and discover peace in new and unexpected ways.

Here are some tips to help you approach Thanksgiving with a sense of intention, resilience, and even grace:

1. Allow Yourself to Feel Everything

Thanksgiving may stir up a blend of emotions—grief, nostalgia, relief, even gratitude. Whatever comes up, give yourself permission to feel it all without judgment. Take moments to reflect, to journal, or to talk with someone who understands. There’s no “right” way to feel and allowing these feelings to surface is part of your healing process.

2. Create New Traditions That Feel True to You

This holiday might not look the same as it once did, and that’s okay. See this as an invitation to create traditions that resonate with who you are right now. Host a Friendsgiving, volunteer for a cause that speaks to your heart, or start a simple gratitude practice. Focus on creating meaningful moments rather than recreating the past.

3. Lean on Your People

Holidays can be particularly isolating if you feel disconnected, so reach out to your support system. Share a meal with friends who uplift you, connect with family, or talk with a coach or therapist who understands this journey. You don’t have to walk through this alone, and sometimes even a simple conversation can lighten the emotional load.

4. Embrace Small Acts of Self-Care

Take time for little things that nurture you—whether it’s savoring your favorite dessert, taking a brisk walk through crisp fall leaves, or simply resting without an agenda. Small acts of self-care are powerful reminders that you are worthy of joy and care, even in the midst of challenges.

5. Redefine Gratitude in a Way That Feels Right

Gratitude doesn’t have to be a forced exercise; it can be as simple as noticing something that brings a sense of warmth or comfort. Maybe it’s the comfort of a cozy blanket, the way the afternoon light falls through the window, or the sound of laughter—even if it feels distant right now. Let gratitude be gentle and authentic to where you are.

6. Set Gentle Boundaries for Yourself

The pressure to make Thanksgiving “perfect” can feel overwhelming, so let yourself off the hook. Say no to gatherings or traditions that don’t bring you peace. Choose activities that truly nourish you and remember that setting boundaries is a form of self-respect and a way to protect your well-being.

7. Reflect on the Future You’re Creating

Take a moment to imagine the future you’re stepping into. What qualities do you want to bring forward? Who do you want to become? Divorce may feel like an ending, but it’s also a doorway to a new beginning, one that is full of possibilities. Holding space for this vision can bring a sense of hope, even if it’s just a spark.

8. Let Forgiveness Be Part of Your Journey—For Yourself and Others

This holiday season, see if there’s room for even a small measure of forgiveness, whether it’s toward yourself or someone else. Forgiveness isn’t about condoning hurtful behavior; it’s about freeing yourself from the weight of resentment. Offer yourself compassion for any past choices and remember that healing takes time.

9. Focus on the Present Moment

When the mind wanders to past memories or future uncertainties, bring yourself back to now. Thanksgiving doesn’t need to be perfect, and it doesn’t need to feel like past holidays. Today is just one day on your journey, a moment in your life’s unfolding. Be kind to yourself and remember that this day is one part of a much larger, evolving story.

Remember, this holiday is a single day within a much larger journey of growth, healing, and self-discovery. By choosing grace, honoring your needs, and focusing on what truly matters, you can bring a sense of peace and empowerment to this season of change.

Wishing you strength, resilience, and moments of quiet gratitude this Thanksgiving.

Love and Light,

Michele

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I was listening to a talk tonight when someone said, “who are you when you aren’t believing something is wrong with you?” And…Damn…That’s all. ~Cleo Wade

Whoa! When I read this quote by Cleo Wade, I felt like I’d been hit by a sharp draft that cuts right to the bone, piercing through any of those “I’m fine, really!” layers and reaching straight to the core. You know the feeling, right? That question stayed with me, whispering its way into all the moments where I’ve bent myself like a paperclip to fit into boxes that were clearly marked “not for me.”

I remember one time, years ago, being in a room filled with professionals at a networking event. There I was, in my carefully picked blazer, holding a wine glass a little too tightly, and all the while convincing myself that I could be just like them: polished, quiet, and neat. I’d walk around, smiling at strangers, having these surface-level conversations where I pretended to be fascinated by topics I cared nothing about. The whole time, though, I was suffocating under this image I’d decided I needed to project. I wanted to be seen as “put-together” and “proper” because I thought that was the ticket to belonging.

But deep down, I knew this wasn’t me. My real self was more colorful and raw—less interested in blending in and more curious about the deeper connections. The kind of conversations that feel like sharing a heartbeat, like when you look someone in the eye and let them see every beautifully flawed part of you. But there I was, showing up as this shadow of myself, because I was so afraid that just being “me” wasn’t enough. Worse, I believed that being “me” was something that actually needed fixing.

It took me a long time to realize that the only thing needing fixing was my belief that I had to be anything other than who I am. And when that belief started to crack, something extraordinary happened—I started showing up fully, unapologetically,and without feeling like I had to contort myself into any “should” or “must.”

When I let go of believing something was wrong with me, I began connecting with people in ways that made my heart expand. I no longer needed approval from others, and that’s when I truly started to belong—not to some version of me that fit in neatly, but to the person I actually am. The one who shows up, warts and all, because that’s real, that’s alive, and that’s enough.

So, who are you when you aren’t believing something’s wrong with you? It’s a big question, one that might unravel some of the old narratives you’ve clung to for far too long. And maybe, just maybe, it’ll remind you that you are already whole. You’re exactly enough, just as you are.

Love and Light,

Michele

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