How Not to Let the Grinch Steal Christmas

The Grinch. We all know the story. He basically wanted to ruin Christmas for everyone else. Of course, he changed his mind and there was a happy ending. (I just love stories of redemption.) The truth is there are many who don't much like the holiday season. (Do you know anyone like that?) For whatever reason, something in their life ~ an experience, a loss, a wrong done (a "Grinch"?) ~ has stolen their joy and cheer (and hope?). Notwithstanding there are things that can happen that are awfully and deeply painful, but stories of redemption take place in real life, too. (They really do.) Maybe this is your year for a change of heart when it comes to the holidays? I'm purposely writing this post at the beginning of the season to allow you plenty of time for this to come about. It's time to tell that Grinch in your life you're not going to let him steal Christmas this year. How 'bout it? May the following list be a help to you in that regards:

How Not to Let the Grinch Steal Christmas...

Prioritize people over presents.

Free yourself from having to attend every party.

Meet a simple need of someone less fortunate than you.

Drive around the neighborhood to view holiday decorations.

Warm up some hot chocolate and sit down to watch "It's A Wonderful Life" starring Jimmy Stewart.

Make a phone call (or send a letter in the mail) to that person you hurt and say you're sorry.

Remind yourself of the Christmas story.