7 Ways to Reimagine Your Midlife Thanksgiving - Ep. 26

11/09/22 • 31 min

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This week Tish & Ellen talk about the Thanksgiving holiday and how to embrace new holiday traditions in midlife. Maybe you find yourself with a small gathering of friends rather than a big family at your table or you're joining someone else's Thanksgiving celebration for the first time in years. These changes can be both scary and liberating as a midster. Ellen and Tish share the 7 ways they've reimagined the holiday to embrace change and fill it with joy.
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Ellen: going to your local museum like the San Francisco Legion of Honor.
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Positively Midlife Podcast - 7 Ways to Reimagine Your Midlife Thanksgiving - Ep. 26

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In this episode titled "7 Ways to Reimagine Your Midlife Thanksgiving," hosts Tish and Ellen explore the challenges and changes that the holiday season can bring for people in midlife. They offer seven creative and meaningful ways to make Thanksgiving more enjoyable, such as hosting a "friends giving" and going for a hike. They also discuss the importance of reaching out to friends' children and embracing new traditions intentionally. Tish shares her obsession with Chinese lanterns and suggests writing gratitude messages on them, while Ellen encourages exploring museums in one's own town. Join them as they spark ideas and inspire listeners to create lasting memories and prevent feelings of loneliness during the holiday season. So whether you're looking for new Thanksgiving traditions, want to embrace change, or simply need some inspiration, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips for a reimagined midlife Thanksgiving. Don't miss the chance to engage with the hosts on social media and express your gratitude.

Transcript

Tish Woods00:00:21.289

We are at the start of a very busy holiday season. And midlife can bring some changes and some challenges during these holidays for us and for our friends. So this may be the perfect time to start some new traditions. And we want to ensure that you don't find yourself alone this holiday season. So just like with so many other things at midlife, it's time to embrace the changes and create some new amazing memories.

Ellen Gustafson

7 Ways to Reimagine Your Midlife Thanksgiving - Ep. 26 Top Questions Answered

What are some ways to reimagine your midlife Thanksgiving?

Hosting a movie night, volunteering at a shelter or food bank, participating in a local turkey trot, bringing a dessert to a friend's celebration, discussing football, embracing change, creating new traditions, expressing gratitude, reaching out to friends, hosting a "friends giving," going on a Thanksgiving hike, having a gratitude lantern launch.

How can I host a movie night for Thanksgiving?

You can host a movie night either at the theater or at home, watching blockbusters or holiday movies.

What are some ways to give back and gain perspective on gratitude during Thanksgiving?

Volunteering at a shelter or food bank is a great way to give back and gain perspective on gratitude.

What is a turkey trot and how can I participate in one?

A turkey trot is a Thanksgiving-themed running event. You can participate in a local turkey trot or engage in other active and positive activities to start the holiday.

How can I contribute to a Thanksgiving celebration?

You can bring a dessert and reach out to friends to join their celebration and contribute to the festivities.

How can I incorporate football into Thanksgiving?

A fun and light-hearted way to incorporate football into Thanksgiving is by discussing which quarterback has the cutest bot (controversial but fun).

How can I embrace change and create new traditions during the holiday season?

Embrace change, be intentional, and create new traditions that are meaningful to you and your loved ones.

What are some personal traditions shared by the hosts of the podcast?

The hosts shared personal traditions such as going on a Thanksgiving hike, having a gratitude lantern launch, visiting museums in their hometowns, and hosting a "friends giving."

How can gratitude be expressed during Thanksgiving?

The hosts emphasize the power of gratitude and suggest writing down things to be thankful for, as well as launching lanterns to express gratitude and let go of negativity.

What is the overall message of the podcast episode?

The podcast episode encourages embracing change, creating new traditions, expressing gratitude, reaching out to friends, and enjoying the holiday season in midlife.

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