Our gift to you today...

mr and mrs claus downtown

Photo credit: @katetownsend325

Is there anything better than waking up on Christmas morning? I mean, it’s amazing as a kid but as an adult you wake up knowing you have a whole day with nothing else to do but spend time with people you love. No meetings, no errands – just a lot of coffee, gift wrap, and holiday movies on the couch.

This morning, we challenge you to look beyond the stress of travel, visiting with relatives you really aren’t excited to see, and the financial burden of the holiday. Think about the things that truly matter this time of year.

People: Live in the moment today with the ones you love (...that means putting your phone down)

Giving: Gifts and service to others. Reflect on how you can give back next year.

Time: Relax. Go for a run, read a book, or spend an extra few minutes lying in bed. You deserve it.

Most of all, thank you for all the gifts you have given us this year. Without your support, feedback, and commitment to reading our daily newsletter, we wouldn’t exist.

You are the most important part of GVLtoday. And trust us, we’re working hard everyday to get better for you, so we can all get smarter by lunchtime. (It’s our gift to you. We didn’t forget). 😉

P.S. Happy Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Boxing Day or any other holiday you’re celebrating this season!

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