As we move into the holiday season and the close of another year, many of us feel a mix of emotions. The lights, the gatherings, the traditions; they bring joy, warmth, and connection. Yet at the same time, this season can stir up sadness, longing, or even loneliness. And that's ok. 🎄 The Dual Nature of the Holidays 🎄 🔔 JOY: Celebrations, family reunions, gift-giving, and the beauty of traditions remind us of love and togetherness. 🥹 SADNESS: We may miss loved ones who are no longer here, feel the sting of strained relationships, or notice the gap between our expectations and reality. Both can coexist. You can laugh at a holiday party and still feel a pang of grief when a familiar song plays. You can be greatful for what you have and still wish for what's missing. 💭 Why Sadness Shows Up 💭 🤔 MEMORIES: The end of the year often brings reflection on what we've gained, lost, or left unfinished. 🚸 TRANSITIONS: Life changes (new jobs, moves, breakups, or heath challenges) can feel sharper during a season that emphasizes stability and tradition. ↔️ Comparison: Social media and cultural narratives can amplify feelings of "not enough" when we see others celebrating in ways we wish we could. 🪴 Giving Yourself Permission 🪴 - Allow yourself to feel. Sadness is not weakness; it's part of being human. - Create space for both joy and grief. Light a candle for someone you miss, journal about your reflections, or simply sit quietly with your emotions. - Remember: You don't have to "fix" sadness. Sometimes the most healing thing is to acknowledge it. 🌟 A Closing Thought 🌟 The holidays are not about perfection; they're about presence. Being present with your emotions, your loved ones, and yourself is the greatest gift you can give. So if you find yourself smiling one moment and tearing up the next, know this: You are not alone. It's ok to be sad. It's ok to be joyful. And it's ok to be both at the same time. ❤️

A LOT has happened since August when I decided to start a Skool community and I want to catch you all up on what has gone on and where I am planning to take The Clarity Collective. 🥥 Q4 In a nutshell - I married my partner of 7 years, we decided to sell our house, and I completed 2 professional certificates, CTA - Accredited Mentoring Program and CTA - Senior Certified Professional Coach. 📚 A little community history - In the beginning, this community was called The Entrepreneurs Book Club. I was advised to change the name unless the community was only going to be a book cub. That's how I got to The Clarity Collective and to say the least, I have certainly found some clarity 🔎 over the last several months. That's a post for another day. ⏩ Forward into 2026 - In January the Book Club will begin hosting biweekly meetups. You can get the details in the Classroom and it's FREE ! As you know the more members we have in the community the more lively the meetups will be so I encourage you to invite whomever you think has something to add to the book club.

Hi, I'm so glad you are here! This community is still growing, and while it takes time to build, YOU already BELONG. 💯 Take a moment to introduce yourself. Share whatever feels right. ✨ What kind of work or business you're in... ✨ A book that has inspired you recently or that you would like to discuss... ✨ What you're hoping to find or give in this community... This space is about support, conversation, and connection - and YOU are an important part of it.

Our lives are immediately intertwined We face many experiences of our lives together As we pass through this time in our existence Our thoughts are often of now, and it isn’t until now becomes a memory That we realize that his part of our lives was only a stepping stone ~Author Unknown