This Holiday Season, Give the Wonderful Gift of Nothing

This Holiday Season, Give the Wonderful Gift of NothingCharles Hugh Smith – There’s actually something refreshingly wonderful about enjoying all the traditions without the obligation to buy or make gifts.

This holiday season, the most wonderful gift is the gift of ending the obligation to exchange gifts. Yes, I understand this is so appalling and monstrous that even Scrooge would hesitate to approve, but can we confess that overconsumption has limits, and we’re overdue for a recalibration? Continue reading

Peace on a silent night

Peace on a silent night.The Angels – Many of you reading this are celebrating your holidays at this time. However you gather, or whether you gather, you are embraced by those of us in the heavens. You are loved beyond measure and treasured, for you are a gift to the universe.

Your every loving thought sends ripples to the far reaches of the cosmos. You are the peace in the silent night. You are the miracle of light in a world in turmoil. You are the embodiment of the values that help humanity evolve. You are a gift to Life itself. Receive our love, as we celebrate the gift that you are. Continue reading