Why connection, belonging, and shared rituals make better leaders. Every family has a holiday tradition. For my family, it’s bundling up, grabbing hot chocolate, and heading out to see the Santa parade every December — snowflakes, marching bands, twinkling lights, and all. It’s a simple tradition, but it always reminds us of something important: everyone shows up for a reason.  Some come for the atmosphere, some for the music, some for the memories… and some just for the cand