Wellness Tips to Help Enjoy the Holidays
This time of year throws many of us for a loop! We have events to plan, gifts to buy and packed schedules. The hustle and bustle can strain our bodies, test relationships, and become quite overwhelming if we allow it to. It’s important to understand that while we cannot control others' actions and expectations, we have the power to manifest enjoyable holidays that don't take a toll on our sanity. Below are some tips to consider implementing for a more peaceful season.
Self-Care
We tend to think of our family, friends and even complete strangers more often during the holidays. It feels good to spread kindness and cheer; however, make sure you are doing the same for yourself. Self-care is critical, but often set aside. Here is a reminder that we cannot give properly to others when we are in need of attention.
Sleep deprivation happens on a normal week, so insomnia really ramps up during holidays. Parties, shopping, traveling, deadlines, and busy calendars cut into rest periods and fatigue easily sets in. For starters, lack of sleep brings on mood-swings, lowers our ability to fight off viruses and can make concentrating a challenge. Be available in the way that you want to be by prioritizing good sleep practices.
Supplements that help improve sleep quality include:
Ashwagandha
Chamomile
Valerian
Magnesium
CBD
GABA
Melatonin
More information on each of these can be found here.
Don’t forget to schedule down-time. Relaxing your body and mind is a powerful way to keep illnesses at bay. Some immune support supplements we recommend are vitamin B, vitamin C, elderberry, and zinc. For additional context, check out this article.
Self-Control
Aside from keeping emotions in check, the holidays can cause us to stray from our goals and daily routine. Change can be exciting, but don’t let seasonal temptations interrupt the healthy habits you’ve created. Be mindful about what’s important to you and how you’ll feel once the holidays are over.
Consider these steps to stay on track:
To help avoid over-spending, keep an updated sticky note of your account balance on each card.
Stay committed to your exercise routine. Plug workouts in your calendar and plan around them.
It’s okay to indulge at gatherings, but remember not to overdo it. Drink plenty of water to assist in feeling full and satisfied.
Self-Awareness
Your thoughts, emotions and standards need to be a priority, especially this time of year. Think about what defines the holidays for you and be intentional with communicating what that is. Maybe you would like to try new traditions, give back to those in the community, or refocus and slow down. Being open to others’ situations and feelings is important. What you want matters as well. Set reasonable expectations and limits.
Preserving and improving your overall wellness is essential. It’s a journey we each should continually work through and allow time for. Factory6 wishes everyone a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season!
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