For week 50 of my weekly blogs, I see a lot of people stressing and going into debt. It can be an overwhelming & stressful time during this time of year. So, I wanted to share a few simple tips to stay positive during the Christmas season
1. Don't compare yourself to other people's photos, reels or stories online. You only see the highlights. Try to limit your social media time as well.
2. Focus on the good that you have in your life. Whether that's having loved ones around you, having a break from work, food in your cupboards or having a roof over your head.
3. Make sure to eat well. With excessive amounts of food this season, try to at least get a balanced meal. Eating too much of the wrong foods affects the way you feel.
4. Make sure to get a good night's rest.
5. If you are feeling overwhelmed by family or your children, find some time to escape or get away even if it's only for 5 mins.
6. Remember you can choose how you feel & how you respond. Choose what you allow to get to you.
7. Watch something that makes you laugh.
8. Take time out for yourself.
9. Have a few people you can reach out to if things become overwhelming.
10. Remember to breathe.
11. Listen to good music.
12. Give to someone in need.
13. Don't put pressure on yourself to do more than you can handle. It's not worth it!
14. Try to make the best of family time.
15. Take time out to do nothing but just enjoy doing something you haven’t done for a while.
The holidays can be stressful but it doesn’t have to be. You only add pressure to your life by trying to make everyone else happy at the cost of your sanity. Trying to keep up with everyone else so you can post an awesome photo that someone else will then feel insecure about. This season should be a great time to rest a bit and spend time with family and friends. I am spending my time working on my goals, being with my daughter, family and friends. I am also cleaning my house and preparing for 2023. In a nutshell, I’m enjoying doing things that make me happy.
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