Christmas is a beautiful time for family, friends, and food. But it’s also the MOST stressful time of year. There’s a lot to do to make the magic happen! So, how do we feel more rested and relaxed without the holiday burnout?
This year let’s focus on having a holiday we can ENJOY. To do this, we are raising our standards of wellness, commit to adding in self-love and enjoying the results of a more peaceful and serene month.
Make a Gratitude List
Next, make a gigantic list of 100 blessings in your life.
These do not have to be big blessings! They can be as simple as a cup of coffee. In the end, you’ll feel astonishingly grateful for the mountain of good in your life.
Give Yourself a Healthy Boost
To best enjoy the holiday season, we need to be healthy and sickness-free. Moreover, holiday weight gain is a big worry for most people this time of year. So, let’s take today’s wellness challenge as a “health day.”
Here are ideas to ramp up your health! Pick one or two that make the biggest impact.
Drink 1/2 of your body weight in ounces or FILL UP A PITCHER OF WATER in the morning to drink all day.
Do a workout, or even two workouts today
Walk in nature for an extended period
Try a healthy new recipe for dinner
Take your vitamins (and set a timer for tomorrow)
Meal Prep a few items to make the rest of your week healthier too.
Listen to Music for at Least 30 Minutes
Next, music has an incredible impact on our mood!
So, today, listen to at least 30 minutes of music. This may be Christmas jams or just upbeat hits that get you dancing. Whatever it is, choose something that puts you in high spirits.
Stay Off of Social Media & News Today
It’s time to feel calmer.
For one day, stay off of any social media, news, and even email if it’s not necessary. Unplug completely if you can.
Since you’re not mindlessly surfing the web, you’ll have time for those self-care practices we talked about! Or make yourself a self-care kit for winter with your newfound time!
After your digital detox is over, unfollow and unsubscribe from anything that doesn’t make you glow. Clear out space for more good in your life!
Treat Yourself
Schedule a luxurious act of self-love ahead of time.
buy yourself flowers
get your nails done
or get a cup of coffee you’ve been eyeing
It doesn’t have to be expensive to boost your spirits. Whatever you do, make it something to look forward to!
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