Celebrate!

I was recently chatting with a leader who was reflecting on the various people on their team. One of the items we were brainstorming was how to provide unique feedback to each individual based on their personalities and what the leader knows about how they function.  During our conversation, this leader commented that regardless of who the individual is, they are always trying to figure out how to Celebrate them - they look for specific opportunities to give them positive feedback of some kind.  

When they said that word Celebrate, my mind and heart were immediately sparked with the idea that I need to look for more ways to Celebrate.  And I am not just talking about the accomplishments of other people, but also taking time to Celebrate what is happening in my own life.

I also think it would be easy to think of this word Celebrate and put it in the context of larger milestones or accomplishments.  But I think there is something to be said for Celebrating even the small wins. If we only Celebrate the larger, more significant milestones, we miss out on all the small moments that can bring a sense of joy and happiness in our lives.

And it just so happens this is a season of Celebration for many of us!  We'll have some extra time off work, maybe a bunch of treats around, time with family and friends, and of course all of those lights and music that come with these seasons of Celebration.  So perhaps it's a good time for all of us to practice Celebrating - the big moments, but also all of those small moments that we may be tempted to miss.

During this next week, who could you Celebrate and how could you let them know you are Celebrating them? What may be happening in your own life that it's important for you to name and Celebrate for yourself? How could you slow down a little and pay attention to the joys of life around you, and allow yourself the privilege of some simple Celebration?

Here's to taking some time to really Celebrate this week!

Be Well,

Stephen

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