Holiday CHEER or FEAR?
By Renee Leon
Aaaah the Holidays! Is it a time of cheer and togetherness or a time of anxiety and hardship? For many people it’s all of that and more. Depending on a person’s situation and their perspective, the holidays can be stressful. For many people, the holidays come with a pile of expectations and added tasks, not to mention the overwhelming commercialism!
If this is how you or a loved one experiences the holidays, I’d like to offer some simple tips that I’ve learned from my dad, Jim. I’m not an expert in managing my anxieties yet but I do try to keep some of his advice in mind as I move through the holidays.
Tip #1: Practicing Presence
Rather than future-casting what someone may say, feel, or react, allow yourself to take a deep breath and notice the moment you are IN. You can’t predict or control what others will say or do so consider letting those concerns go and stay in the HERE and NOW.
Tip #2: Offer Grace
When you perceive you’ve been slighted or are just irritated by someone, consider how much it costs to be angry versus being at peace within.
Tip #3: Spread Joy
We’ve all been made abundantly aware of viral contagions in recent years, but kindness is ALSO a contagion. Offering a smile, a small act of kindness, or simple acknowledgments to those we encounter throughout the day can help to spread joy throughout our communities.
Tip #4: Enough Is Totally Enough
Ok, no, my dad did not say “totally” but I think it is implied! It is a cultural norm to push ourselves, expecting more/better/bigger and can cause a LOT of unhappiness and overwhelm. Consider making an honest effort to do the best you can and ALLOW that to be enough. By fretting and pushing past exhaustion, we miss out on the good stuff.
From myself and our entire Aurora AutoPros Team, we hope you have a lovely holiday season filled with laughter, grace, joy, and many moments of being in the NOW. Should you need any services for your vehicles, you know where to find us!
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We SO appreciate our customers trusting us and supporting our small business. Check your mailboxes for a special holiday gift for current customers!
Also, take a moment to ponder if you’ll need auto services for holiday travel and schedule asap. The schedule fills up fast!
Please note: We will be closed on Monday, December 25th and Monday, January 1st, 2024!
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Thank you to Mark & Emily Reardon, Daisy Ramirez, Amber Malin, Freddie Bartley, and Thomas Fisher!
“No more anxiety about taking my car in for service! There are still auto service businesses that provide reliable repairs. This is one of those places. I do not worry about being sold something I don’t need. THANK YOU!” - James & Joy Balazs
“They took great care of my truck! Everyone I spoke with was very respectful and responsive. Great place! I'd highly recommend this shop!” - Nick Julian
“The Aurora Dance Hearts, which are the performing group of the Aurora Dance Arts dance program, have been busily rehearsing & getting ready to spread some joy & festive cheer throughout the upcoming holiday season. The Dance Hearts perform at both public & private events throughout November & December.” Found in the Aurora Arts Brochure
Tuesday, Dec. 5: The City of Aurora Tree Lighting. The Dance Hearts will be performing at this fun and festive event hosted at the Aurora Municipal Center from 5-7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 16: Santa and Mrs. Clause Storytime. The Dance Hearts will be performing in the Aurora Public Library’s Central Branch location at 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
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Which reindeer can jump higher than a house?
All of them – because houses can’t jump.
Aurora Symphony Orchestra is performing December 16 & 17th at Overland High School!
Celebrate the winter holidays with music from around the world! Join your Aurora Symphony for a festive, heartwarming, and enlightening concert for the whole family about the different ways people around the world celebrate the holidays. Then, join the orchestra in singing “Auld Lang Syne” to ring in the new year.
Celebrate the seasons and learn about the traditions that make up the fabric of Christmas Time in Aurora at “Christmas Time Around the World.”
Tickets info at https://aurorasymphony.org/event/christmas-time-around-the-world-aurora-symphony-orchestra/