The holidays are here. It seems like I have just gotten used to writing 2013. If you are like me, the holidays are much anticipated but can also be the cause of much stress. Here are some tips to rise above the holiday stress.
1. Have an attitude of gratitude. Every morning write down your first thoughts of the day and try to be positive.
2. Spend time in prayer. Start your day reading God's word. Praise God. Express your gratitude to Him.
3. Stay hydrated. Stress intensifies if you are not well hydrated. Try to drink water throughout the day. Make a conscious effort to drink 8-12 glasses of water a day.
4. Make a list. Write down what you need to do and follow the list. Make a master list then break it down into doable segments for each day.
5. Eat healthy. I am working on the 90/10 plan. 90 percent of the time I am eating healthy and 10 percent of the time I am going to allow myself some of the traditional holiday fare.
6. Ask for help. Luckily I have an amazing husband that cares for me and takes care of me. He is more than willing to jump in and help so I will not "stress out".
7. Get some exercise. Just move. Take a walk, do some yoga, rake leaves...
8. Get quality sleep. Try this little exercise... Just before bed write down three things that went good that day. Write down how and why those things happened like they did. You will go to sleep with a positive attitude instead of worrying about what you have left to do.
I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving!
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