11/23/2023
Thanksgiving is a day many of us will be gathering around the table with our family or chosen family. For some, the day is one of our favorite days of the year. For others, it is an incredibly triggering day. And some fall somewhere between the two ends of the spectrum.
I'm a firm believer in recognizing our role in life and handling that role the best we can. With that in mind, I wanted to send some encouragement to you. The holidays are some of the best opportunities for us to help us carry this movement of telling others they matter forward.
Tell people they matter to you every opportunity you get tomorrow and through the rest of the season. Use the day that's intention is gratitude to show gratitude to those around you. Here are a few ideas you can practice:
❤️ Send a text to everyone you can think of (individually) and tell them one reason you're grateful for them.
❤️ If you are gathering with people, be sure to tell them you love them and are grateful for them.
❤️ If someone is hosting you, help with clean up, and let them know how much you appreciate the space to gather.
❤️ Think of someone you know that may be having a hard time during this season. Send them a message and tell them that you're thinking of them and that you're grateful to know them.
❤️ If you notice someone is overwhelmed or on the outside of the group, take time to let them know that you see them and you're happy they've made the effort to come.
Make tomorrow better for people. Show up for the people you love.
And in case you need to hear this, I just want to tell you how incredible you are. Thank you for being here. Thank you for being a part of this mission of telling others they matter.
Please remember: You are seen. You are noticed. You are loved. YOU MATTER.
So very grateful for you,
Jennifer Juni