Christmas, love it or loathe it, one thing is for sure at this time of the year, there is no escaping it. It can be the most magical, wonderful, joyful time of the year but for even the most Christmas loving of us can find it a time of increased stress and anxiety. So here I share a few of my top tips for having the most peaceful of festive times.
Go with the flow.... It feels like there is so much to think about at Christmas. We make endless lists, plan every last detail, focusing all of our time and attention on getting everything just right. But the reality is Christmas Day just like every other day in the year can throw us curveballs, plans can change, things can go wrong and at that point we can feel overwhelm, disappointment and a host of other negative emotions. Try to just stop, take a breath and bring your attention to the really important things, enjoy the moment and if dinner is a little late, so what!
Take some time out.... Just because it's Christmas, it doesn't mean you have to be the life and soul of the party every minute of the day. This is particularly important for empaths! Spending time surrounded by people, noise, hustle and bustle can be overwhelming, so make sure you allow yourself a moment or two throughout the day to just be by yourself, breath and reconnect. Step outside and connect with Mother Earth or just pop up to the bathroom. Stepping away for a few moments will allow you to really enjoy the time you spend around your loved ones.
Festive Self Care Checklist
Focus on what is truly important – review your To do list and prioritise, ask yourself if everything on it really is necessary and if it is, ask for help!
Go with the flow – some things are out of your control and that’s OK!
Breathe - An obvious one but so important. Take a moment and check in with your breath.
Take time out when you need it.
Don't compare - remember not everything you see on social media is a true reflection of what is really going on. Focus on what you are doing and not what everyone else is.
Remember perfect is whatever you define it as.
Do what makes you happy.
Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries!- It is ok to say No.
Have a wonderful festive season x x x
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