“Meaningful change begins when we trust our own experience and make choices that feel true.”
We were delighted to welcome psychotherapist Tanya Cole-Lesnick at our recent quarterly guest speaker event. While this was a departure from our usual topics, she gave us some wonderful advice on how to handle and enjoy the upcoming holidays in a relaxed, stress-free way.
Bringing 30 years of clinical experience and deep insight into human behavior, she shared actionable strategies for navigating this busy season with intention and joy.
Key Takeaways:
- Pay attention to “energetic clutter”: Make sure to balance time-consuming obligations with activities that provide meaning and personal growth. It’s common to feel the need to be productive, but it’s important to honor your own well-being and stay mindful.
- Honor your needs: It is common to feel pressure to be hyper-productive during the holidays. Pause to consider what actually feels special to you before getting swept up in something that is not fulfilling.
- Slow down and check in: Take time to ground yourself so you can make choices that are truly right for you and feel special.
- Build a “Replenishment Plan”: The holidays can bring up unexpected issues. Create a plan to intentionally pause and adjust to figure out what you need before starting an activity. This doesn’t have to require major effort—it can be as simple as taking a deep breath or a walk.
The core message was simple: meaningful change happens when we trust our own experiences and make choices that feel true to who we are.
Thank you, Tanya, for reminding us to stay intentional, slow down, and practice checking in with ourselves this season.
Click below to WATCH the presentation and learn more about Tayna Cole-Lesnick:
