In a perfect world, the holidays would be full of good cheer, and only good cheer. holiday selfcare
For a merrier season, use these tips to plan and prioritize your own mental health during the holidays. It could be the best gift you can give yourself.Often the biggest holiday stressor is our own expectations. , suggests reflecting on previous holidays to frame your current expectations. “It’s important to explore and identify what is within your control and what is not,” Petersel said.
We should communicate that positive vision to those close to us, added Dixon-Saxon, who is also vice provost at Walden University’s College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. With a list of everything you need for the holidays in hand, you might avoid a third trip to the same store.“This may be the time to try out grocery deliveries or sending gifts directly from a locally owned e-commerce store,” said Tonya Ladipo, licensed clinical social worker and founder of
It’s natural for parents to want to make the holidays perfect for their kids. Ironically, that can lead to overbooked, unhappy kids—and stressed-out parents. “Even small amounts of consistency and structure go a long way to making the excitement and obligations of the holidays more manageable for the entire family,” she added.Burned the gingerbread? Surrounded by unwrapped gifts and don’t have enough tape?
A former downtown development professional, Natalie Burg is a freelancer who writes about growth, entrepreneurialism and innovation.
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