Stress and joy seem to buddy up this time of year. Here are our must-haves for taking it in stride — no expensive gadgets needed.
It seems that the moment colder weather graces us, two things happen.
First, the cozy ease of the season begins to set in. We take a moment to get caught up in the vision of weighted blankets, warm lattes, and a good book.
And then, we quickly remember that with minimal time, we have to wrap up the year with a pretty bow — prioritize family, friends, travel, and an uptick of social gatherings, all with smiles and composure.
The pressure can start to feel heavy, and not in the relaxing weighted blanket kind of way.
Here are a few tools to help you manage (not ignore) the stress of the season, to be fully present, and to be more equipped to handle what comes your way.
Picture yourself looking out the window with your warm latte, and let’s begin.
No secret here: if you’re not sleeping, you’ll feel ten steps behind when you want to be ten steps ahead.
Our bodies will start to store stress if it is ignored, causing physical tension. Instead, face it.
You know the drill: start with whole foods to get your nutrients. However, we must acknowledge that supplements can be beneficial when used intentionally.
This time of year can be a blur. The cheery, sparkly parts can come with touches of stress, exhaustion, and — dare I say — emotional lows.
Take a few extra steps to safeguard your sleep, your body, and your mind. If you need to take it a step further, consider exploring affordable online therapy services.
You can do this.