How to Foster Connection with Loved Ones Far Away


Staying connected with distant loved ones can be challenging during the holidays, but bridging the gap with creativity and intention has never been easier. Video calls are great, but try going beyond a simple chat. Host a virtual holiday activity, like a cookie-decorating session, a trivia night, or even a shared movie-watch party.

Sending thoughtful gifts or letters can also create a sense of closeness. You can include handwritten notes, personal photos, or even a video message. For something more interactive, try making a holiday playlist that everyone can enjoy, no matter where they are.

The whole idea is that you are letting your loved ones know that they are in your heart. If times are off or schedules clash, try using a simpler way to communicate. Sending a note or email saying, “Thinking of you!” or a voice note can mean the world. Your intention to connect and share is the important thing. Distance should not diminish the joy of togetherness. You can always find a way to communicate.

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Author: Mike Balof

A retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Mike used to lay in bed at night and worry about what would happen if his plant closed or found himself without a job. One day his plant closed. Rather than panic and hysteria (OK, maybe a little) Mike found himself carried away on the adventure of his life. Mike started with the best job he ever had working at Home Depot. He spent 8 years working with job seekers at a local workforce center, helping them to find employment. He then started his own company developing courses, writing books and urging others to follow their own paths into the future. Mike holds a Master of Arts in Adult Education and Training and a Bachelor of Business Management, earned through the University of Phoenix and an AAS degree in Electronics Systems Technology from the Community College of the Air Force. Mike is a member of the Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society.

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