That concludes our Topic Tuesday tonight, 'The gift of too much giving'.

Thanks for everyone's contributions tonight. The session went by so quickly! If you feel like you've still got some thoughts you'd like to contribute please don't hesitate to start a new thread.

In summary, tonight's conversation revealed there are many additional stresses that add up for ourselves and the people we care for during this time of year. Some great strategies were discussed tonight:- Knowing what is your share of problems but also knowing that not ALL the problems are yours

 - Open and clear communication

- Setting realistic expectations for yourself and others

- Accepting that you can't please everyone (your friends won't unfriend you if don't get the perfect gift, or don't cook the right meal, or that you can't make it to coffee)

- Be mindful of placing unnecessary pressure on yourself.

- Take some time out, even if it is just for a cup of tea.

- And most of all, try and have some fun!

I'd like to wish everyone a safe and Merry Xmas. I hope you all have a well deserved break, and can connect with things and people that you love.

CherryBomb