This is the time of year for celebrating major holiday traditions in many cultures. But traditions are important year-round. They can be big or small, and they can be part of big holidays or simple everyday routines. Whether it's blessing a bite of food, inviting the whole family over, or shared remembrance, our traditions lend purpose to everyday life, give us a reason to gather, and help us impart values to the next generation. Amidst plentiful difficulties in life, traditions help us circle back to that which we can be grateful for, and gratitude has always been some of the best medicine.