The Christmas Check-In, What Are You Grateful For This Year? | Milk and Melt's Monday 12/23

Hey Girlfriend, Christmas is in 3 DAYS!!!! Before we dive into the whirlwind of last-minute shopping, family gatherings, and indulging in our favorite holiday treats, let’s take a deep breath. Let’s reflect.

This year might have been a rollercoaster, filled with highs that made your heart soar and lows that tested your strength. But through it all, here you are, standing strong. This blog is your moment to pause, check in with yourself, and find gratitude for the things that carried you through. Grab your favorite mug, light a candle, and let’s dive into this cozy Christmas reflection together.

Celebrating Small Wins

You don’t need grand, Instagram-worthy achievements to feel proud of yourself. The small wins, those quiet moments of victory are just as meaningful.

Maybe you finally started journaling regularly, made it through a tough season at work, or simply showed up for yourself when it felt like the hardest thing to do. Those small wins add up to big growth.

Take a moment to think about the little things you’ve accomplished this year. Write them down. Celebrate them. Because, Girlfriend, every single step forward is a step worth cheering for.

Reflection prompts

• What’s a small habit you stuck to this year that made your life better?
• Was there a time you overcame self-doubt?
• What’s one thing you’re proud of, even if no one else noticed?

Gratitude for Growth

Growth doesn’t always come easy, but it’s worth celebrating. Think about how you’ve grown this year, maybe you learned to say no without guilt, found your voice in difficult conversations, or prioritized your mental health for the first time.

Growth isn’t always comfortable, but it’s powerful. It means you’re evolving, stepping closer to the version of yourself you’re meant to be. Even the struggles you faced were lessons in disguise, shaping you into the resilient, incredible woman you are today.

Reflection prompts

• What lesson from this year are you most grateful for?
• Who or what helped you grow in ways you didn’t expect?
• How has this year shaped your vision for the future?

Love in Unexpected Places

The holiday season is a time to reflect on the people who’ve made your year brighter. Maybe it’s your family, a close friend, or even a coworker who came through when you needed support. But let’s not forget to include the most important person in this list... you.

This year, maybe you learned to love yourself a little more, setting boundaries or prioritizing your needs. That love is a gift that keeps giving, and it deserves recognition.

Reflection prompts

• Who supported you in a way that truly mattered this year?
• How have you shown yourself love in moments when you needed it most?
• What’s a memory from this year that makes your heart feel full?

Gratitude for the Journey

Life isn’t always easy, but the journey is beautiful in its own way. Each twist and turn has taught you something, even if the lessons weren’t immediately clear. As we close out the year, let’s find gratitude not just for where we are but for the path that got us here.

Reflect on the challenges you overcame, the moments that made you laugh until your stomach hurt, and the times you felt pure peace. Every piece of your journey matters, and it all contributes to the masterpiece that is you.

Reflection prompts

• What’s one challenge you overcame that you didn’t think you could?
• What’s a moment of joy from this year you’ll never forget?
• What’s one thing you’re grateful for that surprised you?

A Christmas Gift to Yourself

This holiday season, give yourself the gift of reflection, grace, and self-love. Take some time to sit with your thoughts and honor how far you’ve come. Maybe that looks like journaling with a cup of tea, taking a walk to clear your mind, or simply lighting a candle and meditating on all the good things in your life.

The greatest gift you can give yourself this Christmas is the recognition that you’re enough right here, right now.

As we move closer to Christmas Day, let’s carry this spirit of gratitude with us. Reflect on your year, celebrate your wins, and hold space for the love, lessons, and growth that have shaped you.

You’ve come so far, and 2024 is ready to meet you with open arms. For now, let’s enjoy this holiday season with hearts full of gratitude and love for ourselves and the journey we’re on.

From Milk and Melts, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! You are loved, you are appreciated, and you are doing amazing.

Checklist to Spark Gratitude

• Journal your top three wins this year.
• Write a thank-you note to someone who made your year brighter.
• Plan a solo date to reflect and treat yourself.
• Create a vision board for 2024 goals and dreams.
• Light a candle and spend 10 minutes in quiet gratitude.

Let’s step into the holidays with gratitude and self-love, ready to celebrate all that we are and all that’s yet to come.