For many of us, though, it is buried beneath our restless minds, hurried lifestyles, and exaggerated desires. The good news is that we can replace holiday stress with holiday peace. First, drawing upon your own personal experience, jot down brief answers to these three items. Discuss your answers with family members or friends, and invite them to respond to the questions also. Encourage one another in finding simple, positive ways to put your answers into action.
Peace is an inner state of alert calmness and vibrant tranquility.
It is harmony with people and one's environment. True peace is not dependent on outward circumstances, the behavior of others, or the absence of illness. It is the ability to accept with composure whatever challenges come our way. Inner peace carries with it a quiet feeling of power and energy. It bears no kin to passivity or laziness.