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ONE: On a Personal Note

Hard Stuff

Worrisome Memory

“Aging ain’t for sissies,” they say. As I approach 79, my memory occasionally keeps me guessing. After panicking over six book orders I was sure I hadn’t shipped, I rushed to make amends—apology letters, bonus books, the whole works including lining up at the post office to mail them. Only later did I discover I’d already shipped them weeks earlier.

I wonder if I will hear from the lucky recipients.

Mind your mind, m’ dear… while you have one!

Uplifting Stuff

Les and I Wish You Happy Holidays

In the meantime I wish you continued resilience,
Patricia ❤️🐞

TWO: Patricia’s Helpful Blogs/Articles

1. Create a Calmer, Happier Holiday Season

The holiday season can bring both joy and stress. Between decorating, shopping, social obligations, and expectations, many people end up exhausted. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 52% of Canadians experience anxiety, depression, or isolation during the holiday season (CMHA, 2023). . . CLICK HERE

2. Holiday To Do List: How to Assess Your Time and Effort

More than any other time of year, at Christmas we add to our holiday To Do list. I have heard that during the holiday season, many women add an extra 60 activities to their regular To Do list. Hard to believe, eh? Many of these items are I should do’s — a sure way to add distress to body, mind, and soul.

I have caught myself muttering under my breath, “You . . . CLICK HERE

THREE: Resiliency Research

Canadian Holiday Stress

52% of Canadians experience anxiety, depression, or isolation during the holiday season. Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) 2023

• Financial pressure / overspending expectations — gift costs and social spending increase anxiety. Canada Life

• Loneliness & social isolation — holidays highlight absence or fractured relationships; loneliness is strongly associated with poorer mental health. CMHA

• Family conflict and caregiving burdens — family dynamics, grief, and caregiving can rise during gatherings and amplify stress. CMHA

• Disrupted routines / sleep loss / substance use — more events, less sleep, more alcohol can worsen mood and anxiety. CMHA

FOUR: Resiliency Video Picks

1. Holiday Traditions from Across Canada (4.56 min)

2. Mariah Carey - All I Want For Christmas Is You (3.55 min) Note: 833,640,374 views

2. Oprah Explores the Rising Trend of Going No Contact with Your Family (1hr 12min) Note: Well worth the watch if your family has this situation.

Patricia’s Videos

1. Holiday Stress Ends When You Ask These Questions (10.16 min)

2.  How to VIRTUALLY Add Fun, Connection, and Laughter During the Holidays (8.34 min)

3. Advocating for Mental Health at Work: Tips to Inspire Change (2.49 min)

4. Christmas Riddles; As Silly as the Spunky Senior, Patricia Morgan (56 seconds)

FIVE: Return to Center HOLIDAY Offer

A counselling therapist friend arranged to drive from Red Deer to Calgary to pick up ten copies of Return to Center for Christmas gifts. She previously had emailed me the recipients’ names so I could write a personal message in each copy. She took me up on an offer!

Buy SEVEN or MORE copies of Return to Center and receive

20% off $21.95 . . . and I will absorb the shipping within CANADA.

Just email me at [email protected] with “Give me the Return to Center Deal for ______ (# of copies)” Optional: Add names of your lucky recipients.

Or you can purchase for $21.95 + S&H at Amazon.ca . Here’s a review from there:

“What I loved most is how approachable it is—Patricia takes complex ideas like Polyvagal Theory and makes them easy to understand and apply. The exercises are gentle yet effective, and the tone throughout is kind, encouraging, and never preachy.

If you’re feeling stressed, low, or just out of balance, this book is a beautiful reminder that healing is possible—and that you don’t have to do it alone. I’ll be coming back to this one again and again. Highly recommend!” Kinka B

SIX: More Opportunities for Resilience

Presentations — In-Person or Online
Keynotes/Workshops: CLICK HERE.

Presentation Skills: For those who want guidance to develop a speaking business or simply craft and deliver an engaging message CLICK HERE.

Counselling Therapy: Can be delivered online or in-person. CLICK HERE.

Publications: To view resiliency books and ebooks CLICK HERE.

Please let me know how I might be of service at patricia@Solutio

Your Spunky Patricia ❤️🐞