managing holiday stress
This post sponsored by dosist health
There’s no doubt the holidays are filled with joy and wonder. But it can also be stressful with halls to deck, trees to trim, social calendars filled to the brim and presents to wrap. Not to mention holiday menus to plan. So let’s take a moment and de-stress. But how? Is there a secret to managing holiday stress? It’s time to give the gift of calm during the holidays, so let’s take a look at five tips that will help!
Managing Holiday Stress
Don’t over commit
It’s all too easy to say yes, especially during the holiday season when there are so many fun activities to choose from. But when we over-commit, it can leave us feeling frazzled instead of fulfilled. It’s possible to experience too much of a good thing. So be mindful, be moderate, and say no.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is a real thing. It’s brought on by the changing seasons when the days are shorter and the nights are longer, and there is a deprivation of light. If you live in a cold climate, the weather can cause us to spend more time indoors. When the sun sets at 5:30pm, it’s all too easy to climb into our pajamas and eat a meal filled with carbs, watch endless hours of TV, or TikTok and hit the snooze button. The winter blues or SAD can affect our mood and cast a pall over the holidays. Light therapy has been known to work. Or try an early morning walk when the sun is shining instead of late afternoon when the sun is setting.
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Don’t overeat
We all know it’s all too easy to overeat during the holidays. There are so many tempting sweets and treats and delicious food everywhere this time of year it’s hard to say no. But if we stick to our regular eating timetables and keep healthy snacks on hand, it helps us make the right choices. Meal planning has been a lifesaver for me.
Take Shortcuts
It’s okay if you don’t have time to bake cookies. Isn’t that why bakeries are located just around the corner and inside supermarkets? They make it easy to scoop up delicious treats. If your schedule has you running ragged, it’s okay to take shortcuts. They help with managing holiday stress.
A big thank you to dosist health for this sponsored post. And thank you, lovely readers, for supporting the brands that allow me to bring you fresh ideas.
Thank you for your advice, you are absolutely wright!!!!
We are the ones that want to do too much.
Love yesterday party outfits. and like very much your red top today.
I am looking for black shoes with mid heels, but so far I do not seem to find anything. Love the ones you have yesterday but too high for me.
Hi Beth, great post, holidays can get quite stressful and thank you for addressing SAD as I suffer from it during the winter months when the nights get dark earlier and sometimes when the weather is horrible it can be quite dreary most of the day. I do try to stay positive though and I know December 21st is classed as the shortest day xoxo
I love your sweater!
Hey Beth! Love your blog, and the outfits yesterday were totally inspiring!! Thank you! Wanted to let you know that your dosist health links aren’t working, at least for me, nor are your “favorites”…I wanted to look into the gummies! Just wanted to give u a heads up!
Love the red sweater! Is there information on it? Where to order?
Don’t forget about those that are lonely and don’t have family to visit or family that visits them for one reason or another. It’s a very sad time for them because of all the hype and perhaps of nostalgia.
Hi Beth,
I have tried the Dosist CBD Gummies, but they didn’t work for me. I took the gummy 15 minutes before going to bed. However, I was awake most of the night. Any secrets that I missed with that product?
Love the red sweater.
Janet
Thanks, Beth so much for this post! I need reminders and positive healthy ways to reduce stress. I think l will try one of these Dosist health products very soon. All the best to you.
Hi Beth!
Love your red sweater! I have the same one and was so glad I ordered it! Its such a cheery color for the winter! Wondering what color denim/pants you are wearing with it. I need ideas on what to wear with it. Thanks!!