Christmas has always been one of my favourite times of year. From decorating the tree to curling up under a soft blanket with a warm cacao and a festive film, there's a certain magic in the air that fills me with joy. But as my children have grown, now eight and 10, I've started to notice that gift-giving doesn't feel quite the same. They already have mountains of toys and cuddly animals; do they really need more? And while they absolutely adore tearing open presents and diving into the chocolates tucked inside their stockings, that whirlwind of excitement often turns into overstimulation, sugar highs, and those inevitable crashes afterwards.

So, this year, I'm doing things differently. Instead of adding to the clutter or fuelling the sugar rollercoaster, I've taken a mindful approach

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