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Author Stephenie Hovland returns this week to talk about how she changed her mindset about Christmas from “If you can’t do it all, do more” to a more balanced approach. We also discussed how we can prepare now for the necessary celebration changes in a pandemic. There's a giveaway this week and some great resources.
(Article contains affiliate links. This means that when you click a link and make a purchase, I might receive a small commission from that purchase.) Inspired Life My guest Stephenie Hovland is back on the show — this time to talk about preparing for Christmas. In a time when our traditions might need to change a bit, we can still have a wonderful Christmas holiday. Stephenie shared about the year when she crashed and burned and had to rethink how she spent the holidays. Her family ultimately discovered that they didn't need the over-the-top Christmas they had grown accustomed to with excess bakery, hand-stamped greeting cards, homemade gifts, lights, trees, the whole works. I could totally relate when Stephenie said that when she became overwhelmed, instead of doing less, her mindset shifted to: If you can't do it all, do more. It might sound crazy, but I know exactly how her mind works. Recovering perfectionist here!
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Life, Repurposed Stephenie gave some tips for how we can make advent meaningful at home, not just at church. She also shared an idea for how we can create a top three list of what really matters to us and then find creative ways to make those things happen. For example, if family is important and we can't be together, then a priority is figuring out a different way to still feel connected. She personally makes sure that her advent devotions are meaningful in a way that help her connect with Jesus more — one of her top three. I also loved the idea of creating a mission statement for your family or yourself just for the holiday season. It brings more meaning and helps us to stay focused on what is important.
A pastor’s wife, former teacher, and mother of two grown girls, Stephenie Hovland helps others connect to God. She finds unique ways each of us can kindle the fires of our faith-filled lives. She’s the first to admit she has plenty to work on. Join Stephenie as she walks alongside other Christian women, sharing weaknesses and strengths, supporting one another. You can find Stephenie’s devotion booklets at CreativeCommunications.com, and you can find Stephenie at StephenieHovland.com. You can connect with Stephenie on Facebook on her author page.
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