Caring for Yourself During the Holidays

It's okay not to be okay during the holidays.  

 The holidays are not a happy time of year for everyone.  Some look forward to just surviving the holidays and getting past January 1st.


To that end, I've made a list for you.  This list is full of ideas to help you take care of yourself during the holiday season.

  1. Get a good night's sleep.
  2. If you don't want to send Christmas cards - don't.
  3. Eat healthfully.
  4. Exercise.
  5. Get outside.
  6. Do your nails.
  7. If you don't feel like decorating - don't.
  8. Take a relaxing bath.
  9. Listen to your favorite music.
  10. Be honest with your family/friends about how you are feeling.
  11. Watch your favorite movies.
  12. Avoid Facebook.
  13. Buy a bouquet of flowers.
  14. Plan a trip.
  15. Work on a project you've been wanting to get to.
I also know that you are stoic.  You think to yourself, "I'll get through the holidays by going through the motions."  How about this - you need to take care of yourself first.  It is not selfish.  If you don't take care of yourself - you won't have anything left to take care of others.  

Be honest with your family and friends about how you are feeling.  Chances are, they have been there or are in the same place you are right now.

In Joy & Confidence,

Wendy

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