Holidays are meant to be a time for relaxing and spending quality time with friends and family while enjoying your favorite dishes. However for many, the lead-up to the Big Day can be anything but relaxing. This year, make room on your list for a few wellness-focused to-dos to stave off the holiday stress.
The holidays rarely go exactly according to an ideal script. Expecting or aiming for perfection will inevitably create frustration and disappointment. Is the turkey a little dry? The world won’t end. Focus on enjoying your time with your loved ones.
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Schedule your time.
There is so much to do and so little time, so create a schedule and plan ahead. Make sure to schedule exercise, time for yourself, and especially sleep. Allow more time for things than you think they’ll require, to build in a stress-proof cushion.
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Set boundaries.
Saying yes when you feel like saying no can leave you feeling resentful and angry. Assert your needs and let loved ones know that you may not be able to do what is being asked of you.
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