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Even though I love what I do...I also need and enjoy an extended break every now and then!
Hard work pays off and gives me the luxury of scheduled time to be unaccountable!
Today is the last work day on my schedule this year!
And to honor my break...I'm even going to take a sabbatical from posting my gratitude list for a couple of weeks.
I'll keep my journal...but without the pressure to post it daily.
I'll let you know how well that works when I return next year on Elvis' birthday!
Happy Holidays!!!

The Holiday Hustle is in full-swing.
I'm grateful to have a daily habit of reflecting on those things that create the feeling of thankfulness!!
It sets the tone for that positive feeling to automatically replicate itself all day long!

1-week till Christmas!!
For some...that means the excitement is building.
For others...it's the relief that the ubiquitous Christmas music will stop in just 7 days!
No matter how you feel about this holiday time, when you put your mind to it...you can find something for which to be grateful.

Happy Sunday! What are you thankful for today?

I am grateful for something I do NOT have today...
No reason to go shopping for anything this weekend!
But, if you do have to be in those crowds...remember to be thankful for the little things...like finding a parking space or a friendly smile from a stranger...
You will find things for which to be grateful when you set your intention to go looking for the good things.

I'm thankful to wrap another busy and successful week.
What are you grateful for today?

You deserve joy and happiness in your life.
It's like air...there's enough for everyone...even if everyone is breathing at the same time!
But, just like taking that breath...no one can do it for you.
So, take a moment to notice anything that delights you right now. Is it the sturdy chair that holds you? Maybe the warmth of your hot cocoa? The fact that your eyes work?
Start with anything and let the good thoughts roll.
There are enough good thoughts for everyone...even if we're all thinking wonderful things all at the same time.
Use this moment to claim your air...and your delightful thoughts.

Are you on your Holiday list?
It is important, especially this time of year while making sure everyone else is happy...to honor your own happiness too!
According to Abraham, "The greatest gift that you could ever give is your own happiness. When you are in a state of joy or appreciation, you are connected to the stream of Source Energy that is truly who you are - and anything or anyone that you are holding as your object of attention benefits from your attention."
Or, as my friend Eddie Volkman put it, "Just be happy and then I'm happy!"
There is enough discourse in the world these days. Find your happy place and be grateful! Then notice the positive affect it has on those you love.

Words really move me...but numbers are fun too. And when you break down today's date - 12/12/23 - that's a 2. In numerology it means balance, harmony, diplomacy, cooperation, relationships. That's the perfect combo for tonight's Virtual Chapter meeting on ZOOM. 12 Hypnotists joining the Holiday Buffet offering their special morsels to DeLight your holidays.
It's FREE and everyone is welcome! Starts at 7:30 CENTRAL.
For the full line-up and ZOOM login, go to KarenHand.com/events

Whatever you are giving attention to is in your energetic vibration.
It's a good incentive to diligently shift your attention to those things you want. Because, you'll always get more of what you focus on. Might as well keep what you want in your vibration!

It's a gray Chicago Sunday...but that actually highlights the twinkling lights on the Christmas tree!
I'm thankful our beautiful tree is showing off in the living room...and will delight me all day!

It's a relatively warm Saturday for Chicago's Christmas season...and I am VERY GRATEFUL I don't have to be at a shopping mall today!! Boy, will they be crowded!
What are you thankful for this weekend?

Happy Holidays!
I'm thankful to live in an urban area with a diverse population. And today, I'm thankful to have the perfect greeting for just about everyone I see:
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
What delights are you celebrating today?

What lights you up?
That's something to be thankful for, is it not?!?

Today I am focusing my gratitude on things that make me smile.
The more I appreciate the things that make me smile...the better I feel all over!

Most habits (good and bad) take a bit of practice.
But shifting to better feelings thoughts is really easy after just a week or so of practice. And it's so worth the effort!

James Redfield said, "Where attention goes - energy flows."
So, invest your attention on what you want and send the energy in that direction!

December is proving to be an activity-filled month. I'm grateful to have people to meet and places to go.
AND, today, I'm delighted that technology offers me the opportunity to meet with friends on zoom...and still be in the comfort of my own home!

The neighborhood association used to call their December event a Christmas Party.
A few years ago, it evolved into a Holiday Party to be more inclusive.
Last night, the event was brimming with neighbors who have a wide variety of religious affiliations and political views.
There was one common thread that brought us together...a deep love for our community. That's all we needed to have dinner and enjoy a lovely, peaceful evening together.
Today, I am grateful for the gathering and the opportunity to make a couple of new friends.
What are you thankful for today?

The season officially begins at my house when I put the first ornament on the Advent Christmas Tree!!
I did that first thing...and have been delighted already this morning!! I'm grateful for my determination to preserve and carefully store my favorite decorations over the years.
If you need help getting through this busy month, check out a couple of empowering techniques for a mindset reset here: https://mailchi.mp/karenhand/happy-holidays
Happy Holidays! I'm grateful we are connected!!

Do you find yourself having more than 3 things for which to be grateful each day? Me too!!
This list is the starting point! It sets my day in motion...and the gratitude continues uplifting me all day long!
Some people make a longer list...some people focus on gratitude at certain times thruout the day...others keep a journal to note it as gratitude happens.
Don't worry about any rules...just do it! And notice how gratitude is a key to aligning with good-feeling thoughts.

Join us in December for the annual Virtual Chapter Holiday Buffet. Notice, the meeting is on 12/12/23...So, in keeping with the magical 12...we have a dozen hypnotists ready to share tasty tidbits free for the taking! Check out the incredible lineup and add this event to your "must attend" party list!
Check the comments for a 1-click login.

On a cold Chicago morning, I'm grateful for my colleague Connie Jo Holmes who says:
211 Degrees = Hot water - 212 Degrees = Boiling Water
Boiling water creates steam - steam moves locomotives
1-degree makes all the difference in the world.
I wonder where you can turn up the heat on gratitude today and notice how warm that can make you feel.