Wishing Joy and Laughter this Holiday Season

 “Peek of the Week”

Holiday Greeting Commentary
December 20, 2019

Wishing Joy and Laughter this Holiday Season

No matter what holiday you celebrate, we hope it’s filled with joy, laughter, and heartfelt happiness. That said, we know holiday cheer can be overwhelmed by the pursuit of perfection and opinions of relatives. Just in case your goodwill falters, we offer some wise, and not-so-wise, words to help restore your equilibrium and good humor.

“A candle is a small thing. But one candle can light another. And, see how its own light increases, as a candle gives its flame to the other. You are such a light.”

--Moshe Davis¹

“Once again, we come to the Holiday Season, a deeply religious time that each of us observes, in his own way, by going to the mall of his choice.”

--Dave Barry²

“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.”

--Helen Keller³

“If you have a purpose in which you can believe, there’s no end to the amount of things you can accomplish.”

--Marian Anderson⁴

Just so you know, we count you among our blessings. Happy Holidays!

Best regards,

Leif M. Hagen
Leif M. Hagen, CLU ChFC

LPL Financial Advisor

Sources:

¹ https://www.bustle.com/articles/128604-12-hanukkah-quotes-to-inspire-you-this-holiday-season

² https://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/funny-christmas-quotes/

³ https://www.forbes.com/sites/erikaandersen/2012/12/25/12-holiday-quotes-to-make-you-merry/#7204dd0f26e5

⁴ https://holidayvault.com/kwanzaa/quotes/

v  The above material was prepared by Carson Coaching.
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Thanksgiving: A Time for Gratitude

“Peek of the Week”

Thanksgiving Day Commentary
November 26, 2019

Thanksgiving: A Time for Gratitude

Some folks love the shopping, cooking, and camaraderie of holidays; others dislike the long lines, financial stress, and seasonal music. No matter which tribe you belong to, focusing on the ‘thanks’ part of Thanksgiving can heighten your enjoyment of the holidays. That’s because showing gratitude – expressing appreciation for what we have as opposed to lamenting what we don’t – boosts our sense of happiness and wellbeing. It also increases our energy, empathy, and optimism.¹ (Plus, you’ll be prepared when asked to tell everyone what you’re grateful for before the holiday feast begins.) This year, we’re thankful for:

·         Family whether blood relatives, clients, or co-workers. We appreciate the people who enrich our lives and make us feel at home.

·         Teachers who have challenged us to do our best at various stages in our lives.

·         Pets which are often demanding but pay us back in love many times over.

·         History because it offers us the knowledge we need to shape the future.

We value your relationship and appreciate the trust you’ve placed in us. If there’s anything we can do to guide you in your financial situation, please give us a call. We’re grateful for you and ready to listen.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Best regards,

Leif M. Hagen
Leif M. Hagen, CLU ChFC

LPL Financial Advisor

Source:

¹ http://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/gratitude

v  The above material was prepared by Carson Coaching.
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