Hey Reader,

With Thanksgiving around the corner, you might be shocked to hear this, but… I’m canceling Thanksgiving. And no, it’s not because I’m skipping gratitude. Actually, it’s just the opposite.

This year, I’m making room for joy and peace by letting go of traditions that no longer serve me.

I want to remind you that it’s okay to take things off your plate—literally and figuratively—if they don’t bring you joy or if they’re too stressful to maintain. Sometimes, saying “no” to certain expectations is the most powerful way we can say “yes” to ourselves and those we love.

Thanksgiving, at its core, is about gratitude. And while I love a good tradition, I’ve realized that real gratitude isn’t just for one day or one table. It’s something we can cultivate all year round, in big ways and small, by choosing to embrace what truly makes us grateful and letting go of what doesn’t.

Maybe this season, saying “no” means a simpler meal, spending less, or gathering in a way that feels restful instead of rushed. Maybe it’s time to rearrange a few things so that this season of “thanks” is enjoyable instead of exhausting. This is your invitation to reimagine what Thanksgiving—and any tradition—looks like for you.

It’s okay to pause, reflect, and make space for what you need this season. Your peace matters. And sometimes, it’s in the simple, intentional moments where we feel the most grateful.

So here’s to a Thanksgiving (and a life) filled with gratitude on our own terms. May we find joy in saying “yes” to what serves us and “no” to what doesn’t.

​I'm Canceling Thanksgiving: Here is HOw to LEt go of Traditions that No Longer Serve You​

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Have a peaceful week on purpose, Reader!

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