There comes a time during the holiday season when one might start to feel a little bored. Maybe you’ve seen all the holiday movies, baked all the cookies, and opened all the gifts. So what is there left to do? Here, we’ll explore some fulfilling activities to keep you busy during the holidays.
Seek Out Volunteering Opportunities The holiday season is a time of giving, and what better way to give back than by volunteering? Many organizations could use an extra hand – soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and animal rescues are just a few examples.
Consider Freelancing Freelancing gives you total control over your time and energy. If you have a hidden talent and want to give it a go, the holidays are a great time to start. Consider freelance writing if you have a creative side that loves creating content. Or, if you enjoy researching and organizing things, try virtual assistance. And who knows, you might find a new passion that can bring in some extra cash!
Begin a Journal Starting with a journal might sound boring, but it can be an incredible way to reflect on your life. You can write almost anything in your journal, from daily experiences to emotions and even your deepest thoughts.
Focus on Your Spiritual Life by Attending Services Attending a service is not just limited to Christmas time but also includes Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Being in a place of worship can give you peace, love, and meaning, perfect for the holidays. For example, if you attend a church, you can take notes and doodle during the service with a church notebook to keep you extra engaged. This is a great activity to connect with your spiritual side and reflect on what’s most important.
Start a DIY Project Every home has a DIY project or two that can be done during the holidays. You can get creative and tackle those projects with all your free time. Remember, with DIY projects, safety comes first, and you should not take on tasks that are too advanced. You do not want to end up with more problems than you started.
Learn an Instrument Knowing how to play an instrument can be one of the most fulfilling activities during the holidays. Think about an instrument that excites you and start learning. It could be something as simple as the guitar or as complex as the violin. It doesn’t matter as long as you’re enjoying yourself.
Plan a Trip Going on a trip, even if it is just for two nights, can be a great way to relax and unwind, ultimately leading to a sense of fulfillment. Start by researching a desired destination along with accommodation and travel options. Afterward, all that you need to do is pack your bags and enjoy the experience!
Feel fulfilled with these activities during the holidays and use them to create new memories you can cherish for years.
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When we face challenging times, we can seek answers by studying God’s Word in the Holy Bible. Often, these challenges can be overwhelming when we don’t know how to apply the scriptures to our situation. With the new Life Counsel Bible, we benefit from a counselor who can provide practical and sound advice based on God’s Word.
The new Life Counsel Bible provides Biblical counsel and practical wisdom for pastors, ministry leaders, counselors, parents, couples, or any individual seeking practical wisdom through applying God’s Word. The Life Counsel Bible, written in the Christian Standard Version (CSV), features more than 150 articles on marriage, parenting, relationships, and many other relevant topics. This Bible is a complete counseling tool kit, an all-in-one resource. The article on self-esteem was in-depth and written in a way that made me think about how I can benefit from using it in my life.
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I hope all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and holiday weekend. And I hope you were able to sift through the many emails and text messages this Cyber Monday highlighting everyone’s wonderful products. When you feel that rush of being overwhelmed it can take over the holiday. Time to evaluate what is happening here and pause. Remember, the Bible always has something to say to help you reconnect with personal time with the Lord.
I recently had the opportunity to preview the new Life Counsel Bible, which provides Biblical counsel and practical wisdom for pastors, ministry leaders, counselors, parents, couples, or any individual seeking practical wisdom through the application of God’s Word. The Life Counsel Bible, written in the Christian Standard Version (CSV), features more than 150 articles on marriage, parenting, relationships, and many other relevant topics. This Bible is a complete counseling tool kit, an all-in-one resource. The article on self-esteem was in-depth and written in a way that made me think about how I can benefit from using it in my life.
Life Counsel Bible features detailed introductions to each book and more than one hundred word studies focusing on keywords applicable to personal healing, growth, and counsel.
Biblical studies and Christian counseling together in one place is the focal point of this Bible. Click HERE! to find a complete list of the articles. Purchase your copy today so that in 2024, you will have a jump start on your breakthrough. This Bible is ideal for anyone who struggles with stress, anxiety, grief, or getting through the storms of life. In essence, the Bible is for everyone. I believe that every reader, no matter where they are in their journey through life, will find several articles that will resonate with them.
In rapper Lacrae’s Deeper Podcast, he shared his issues and how Christian and biblical counseling should be merged. You can watch Lacrae below. Opening up is difficult, and welcoming biblical counseling is needed now more than ever.
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The giveaway will run through Thursday, December 7th, at 11:59 pm (Central Time). We will announce the winner on Friday, December 8th.
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DISCLAIMER: Many thanks to Lifeway Christian Resources for providing a sample of the product to write this review. All opinions are my own and not influenced by monetary compensation.
Happy Thanksgiving and blessings to you from the Bubblingwitheleganceandgrace.com team. I hope you are having a wonderful Thanksgiving and holiday weekend.
I recently created a video on a 30-day gratitude challenge. Please watch the video below. Let us know if you would like to do the grateful challenge because we would be delighted.
Whether you are celebrating with family and friends or alone, remember that God is with you and loves you.
The Holiday season is not all family and fun with everyone. If you are feeling down and depressed:
-Seek God and pray about how you can help someone else.
-Think about what you are grateful for and thankful for. Write what you are grateful for down in a notebook or journal for 30 days and refer back to them when you need encouragement.
-If you feel you need to seek counsel, please do your research on who you let speak into your life.
Is it possible to be a person of great intellect and also to be a person of great faith? Many people would say that the two traits cannot exist in the same person and must be one or the other. This topic is the premise of the new movie Surprised by Oxford,which my hubby and I recently viewed.
Surprised by Oxford is based on the award-winning memoir of Dr. Carolyn “Caro” Drake, an intelligent but emotional college student torn by her past. Drake is an American student who arrives at the University of Oxford intending to attain her Ph.D. in Romantic English Literature. Her confusion about the true meaning of life makes her friendship with a charming young man difficult. However, she reluctantly becomes willing to open her heart to vulnerability, faith, and love. You must watch the movie to discover if Caro finds true joy.
Giveaway Winner Announcement In conjunction with Surprised by Oxford being released to Vimeo to buy or rent, we offered a giveaway for one of our readers to watch the movie at no cost, with a discount code provided by Evolve Studios. Congratulations to
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Many thanks to Evolve Studios for the opportunity to view this movie, write this review, and offer the giveaway. All opinions are 100% my own.
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