Wednesday, November 5, 2014

How To Survive The Holidays

Most of us experience the same Holiday stress every year.  We take on too much and the Holiday spirit is gone before it even started.
Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the upcoming months:
Draw names:  Are you sick of being broke come December/January?  Draw names this year.  No matter what you tell yourself, you do not have to buy for every person in your family.  Draw names and everyone can do something super special for one loved one.

Focus on people:  Food doesn't have to be center stage at Holiday gatherings.  Instead focus on your friends, family, and peers.  

Give back:  We often focus on ourselves during the Holidays but this is a great time to give back.   Perhaps volunteer at the homeless shelter or provide Christmas for a family in need.

Take space:  Just because family is in town does NOT mean you have to spend every waking hour with them.  You can still be a great host by setting an activity they can do on their own.

Booze & treats: Libations and desserts are notorious for causing body swelling and weight gain. Say it with us, "MODERATION. MODERATION. MODERATION." 
- If you're going to splurge, you better amp up your exercise routine.
Drop the guilt:  Many of us experience the same Holiday weight drama every year. We gain a little and beat ourselves up for months afterward. Drop the guilt. If you know you are going to gain weight do it deliberately. If your goal is to maintain you will have to put in the necessary work.

I hope this helps!


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