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This time of year can be a wonderful celebration but it can also be challenging as we visit family members and encounter old patterns, whether ours or theirs (probably both).
This week we bring you a variety of articles to assist you in your journey, both within your own self and with others in your external world.
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NEW ARTICLES THIS WEEK
Becoming a Family Pattern Breaker
Author: Kate King
If I know one thing for sure, it’s that patterns don’t break on their own. When something is stuck in a repetitive rhythm, the path of least resistance is to keep on keepin’ on. But, the path of least resistance does not lead to a radiant life.
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Unraveling the Ties That Bind Us: Healing Our Core Wound
Author: Sally Patton
When we fall into a hole of our own making, it is probably a situation we’ve experienced before. There may be different actors and a different setting, but the essence of the problem is the same.
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Body Language Is Everything: What Is Yours Saying?
Author: Lisa Weinert
Whether you’re aware of it or not, you're communicating powerful messages all day without uttering a single word...
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Yule, Winter Solstice, Christmas: A Mix-and-Match of Traditions?
Author: Ellen Evert Hopman
Yule Logs, bonfires, candles lit in windows, and the strings of twinkling electrical lights we hang on our homes and trees today are a faint memory of the winter fire festivals and rituals our ancestors...
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Taking Care of Yourself during the Grief Process
Author: Angela Garner
There is no doubt that grief can be exhausting, draining, and make one feel generally run down, so that coping with everyday things, such as work and looking after the home, becomes much more of a struggle than it would be normally.
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Dementia: Denial Is Not an Option
Author: Leona Upton Illig
I wish I had known more about dementia and its effects right from the start. I might have avoided a lot of stress on my family, on me . . . and on Mom.
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A Comprehensive Approach to Maintaining a Healthy Weight: Beyond Quick Fixes
Author: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
In a world where the quest for quick solutions often overshadows the journey towards sustainable health, the conversation around weight loss drugs like Wegovy offers a crucial opportunity for introspection and a return to foundational health principles.
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The Science Of Gift Wrapping Explains Why Sloppy Is Better
Author: Erick M. Mas, Vanderbilt University
They say appearances can be deceiving. In the case of gift giving, they might be right.
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What Are The Origins Of Santa Claus?
Author: Darius von Guttner Sporzynski, Australian Catholic University
We’re all familiar with the jolly, white-haired and bearded overweight man who sneaks down chimneys on Christmas Eve delivering presents to children. But where did this come from?
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Trump Insurrection and GOP Voter Suppression - Uptake December 23, 2023
Author: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
In today's edition of "Today's Uptake" we present a trio of critical analyses on contemporary political issues.
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Winter Solstice Wonders: The Deep Meaning of Yule
Author: Helen A. Berger, Brandeis University
Yule will be celebrated by Wiccans and many other Pagans in the Northern Hemisphere on Dec. 21, the day of the winter solstice.
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Beyond Aloofness: The Playful Side of Cats Revealed
Author: Elizabeth Renner and Jemma Forman
Cats have a reputation for being aloof (some may even say lazy) – but our new research has found they interact with their owners in surprising ways.
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2023's Extreme Weather: Unprecedented Heat, Wildfires, and Storms
Author: Shuang-Ye Wu, University of Dayton
2023’s extreme storms, heat and wildfires broke records – a scientist explains how global warming fuels climate disasters
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Why Trump's Involvement in the Jan. 6 Insurrection Matters
Author: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com
Why the 14th Amendment bars Trump from office: A constitutional law scholar explains the principle behind the Colorado Supreme Court ruling.
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The Role of Dreams in Emotional Well-Being and Survival
Author: David Samson, University of Toronto
Dreaming may have evolved as a strategy for co-operative survival
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Coping with Grief During the Holidays: Finding Meaning in Loss
Author: Mandy Doria, University of Colorado
For many who are suffering with prolonged grief, the holidays can be a time to reflect and find meaning in loss
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The Paradox of Hypochondria: Why Worrying About Health Can Shorten Lifespan
Author: Stephen Hughes, Anglia Ruskin University
Hypochondriacs die earlier than those who worry less about their health – what might explain this paradox?
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From Awkward to Awesome: Your Guide to Enjoying a Different Family's Christmas
Author: Jessica Robles, Loughborough University
Welcome to the holidays, a time for families coming together. It’s exciting to visit your partner’s family and experience new relationships and rituals
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Navigating Holiday Shopping Without Breaking the Bank
Author: Johanna Peetz, Carleton University
The urge to spend money is present all year round, but during the gift-giving season, the temptation to splurge on loved ones can be particularly strong.
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From Roast to Right: Food Thermometer Tips for a Safe Feast
Author: Shannon Majowicz, University of Waterloo
Ensure a safe and delicious holiday feast: How to use a food thermometer to prevent foodborne illness
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China's South China Sea Ambitions: More than Meets the Eye
Author: Edward Sing Yue Chan, Australian National University
What we don’t understand about China’s actions and ambitions in the South China Sea
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This Week's Astrological Overview
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: December 25-31, 2023
Author: Pam Younghans, NorthPoint Astrology
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as prediction. Your own experience will be more specifically defined by transits to your personal chart. (See section below for video version of this article.)
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