The stress we inhale this season can really stifle who we are becoming. It slows us down, makes us aggravated, and pushes us to the edge of a not-so-great attitude.

Now, you could choose to remain strapped to the chains of stress and regret more than the wings of hope and grace.

However, miracles never cease.

During this season of giving and receiving, be kind to yourself first.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Be kind to yourself first!

One of the worst things we can do to ourselves is beat ourselves up mentally, emotionally, physically, and even spiritually. We do anything for others, but set our own well-being to the side.

Mary, the mother of Jesus, did not do such a thing. She was kind to those around her, and was kind to herself. Mary found favor with God, not because of who she was as in a princess or queen. She found favor in whom she believed and how she treated herself.

Do you think God would have placed Jesus with a woman who didn’t care for herself, who didn’t have a heart for her own well-being?

God would not give His precious Son to anyone. He chose Mary.

And when He created you, He chose you!

That’s why is vital for you to care for yourself. It’s not about the perfect “barbie” body. Numbers are great, but health is better.

You can’t do what God has planned for you here on earth if you are not kind to yourself.

Compassion goes a long way.

And you need it every day.

So take a page out of Mary’s book, and be kind to yourself. Extend compassion in your every day.

That’s one way to keep your heart tender and connected to your heavenly Father.

The season of giving and receiving is being kind to yourself.

PRAYER: May your long days be interrupted by the kindness of your own actions as you rest to renew your strength in order to complete God’s work for the day. Don’t harbor feelings that cause destruction and distort your reality of being who you are becoming. This is the day to celebrate YOU in every way.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“