“We have enough negative in our world and lots of sadness around us,” Chenoweth says.

“So why not do things that make us happy and bring us joy?

If that is getting ready for [the] holiday season, start right away.

Kristin Chenoweth with Christmas decor on coffee table and couch

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She says she and her loved ones often get emotional when reflecting on and sharing these memories.

“I just want to encourage people to do that with your family,” Chenoweth says.

You learn a lot.”

Christmas tree with pink, gold, and silver ornaments

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She mixes traditional elements like brass reindeer with trendier glam pieces like metallic tabletop trees and gingerbread houses.

Shefinishes the tree with garlands, including her current favorite, a pearl garland from HomeGoods.

“We want to start building upon that.”