“In Their Expert Opinion” features three bloggers who bring special expertise on living a natural lifestyle to The Clear Conscience Blog. Each month, we’ll share tips and advice on how to live a little greener from a few of our favorite experts.
By Micaela Preston, Mindful Momma
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Feeling anxious about holiday gifts? Staying up until the wee hours making cookies? Shopping until you drop? It’s easy to get a holiday headache at this time of year. Instead of making yourself crazy, give yourself permission to slow down and really enjoy the holiday season this year. Use these tips to make the holidays a more mindful and meaningful occasion:
Get organized:
- Keep your calendar updated no matter how busy you get.
- Make a list before you shop.
- Don’t leave all the gift wrapping until the last minute.
Don’t try to do it all:
- Every single bus driver, teacher and nice neighbor does not need a gift. A thank you card and a kind word are often more than enough.
- Don’t stress yourself out making 5 kinds of cookies. Choose one kind and have it be your specialty.
- Delegate! Send your spouse to the mall or have your kids help wrap gifts.
- Postpone unnecessary activities until the New Year.
Stay healthy:
- Eat well and drink plenty of water (yes, my mother told me to say that!)
- Enjoy the holiday treats and spirits but don’t overdo it or you’ll pay later.
- Don’t forget to exercise. You’ll need all the extra energy it gives you!
Find time to relax:
- Allow for 10 minutes of meditation or quiet time each day to recharge.
- Treat yourself to a yoga class, a spa treatment or a coffee with a friend.
- Take a breather each evening to sit with family and enjoy holiday decorations or read a holiday story together.
- Keep a journal of holiday memories to help you be mindful of what you appreciate each holiday season.
How do you slow down and enjoy the holidays?
Disclosure: The bloggers featured in the Clear Conscience Blog “In Their Expert Opinion” series have received product samples and compensation from Watkins, Inc.
