~Trav
This past weekend, I was at a Christmas party, enjoying the festive buzz when I caught up with an old friend. Amidst the cheerful chaos of twinkling lights and holiday music, he confessed something that really resonated with me. He said he was struggling to find his “Christmas spirit” this year.
As we talked, he explained how the holidays felt more complicated now that the kids were older. It wasn’t the magic it used to be, and he found himself getting caught up in the endless lists of gifts and the pressure to make everything “perfect.” His main takeaway was that, for him, Christmas was increasingly becoming about “stuff,” and he knew, deep down, that wasn’t what it was supposed to be about.
His words really struck a chord. Haven’t we all felt that at some point? The commercialism, the expectations, the frantic dash to check off every box – it can easily overshadow the true essence of the season. It’s easy to lose sight of the warmth, the connection, and the simple joys that make the holidays special.
His honest reflection was a good reminder for me, and hopefully for you too. Maybe this year, the real “Christmas spirit” isn’t found in the biggest present or the most elaborate decoration. Perhaps it’s in the quiet moments of connection, the laughter shared, the gratitude expressed, and the simple act of being present with those we love. It’s about remembering that the true magic of Christmas lies beyond the “stuff” and in the genuine spirit of togetherness.
If you listen to The Big Cheese Morning Show, you know we like to deliver a few “Common Sense Announcements”—and my friend’s honest words instantly inspired a new one.
