2020 is almost over and the stress that we feel during the holidays is starting to creep in.  As we start to get out our stored decor and fill our homes with all the holiday things, I want to challenge you to think about how you actually feel. I challenge you to check in with yourself and really find out what makes you so anxious and discover ways to handle stress during the holidays.

Keep calm and merry on, right?

Easier said than done.

Trust me, I LOVE the holidays, but all the energy and bustling about can quickly drain my reserves- not to mention all the other layer of crazy that has been this year of 2020.

With that, I want to share with you 8 ways I reign in the zen when I start feeling the Christmas crawlies. Save this list for later in case you need a quick little checklist to reset. 

8 Ways to Stay Calm During the Holiday Season:

1. Do one minute of deep breathing when you notice tension building.
2. Do a body scan meditation to note and release any tension.
3. Ask yourself: “what would be helpful for me in this moment?” 
4. Think of a silent way you can contribute to your household or community today. 
5. Express yourself through art or yoga. 
6. Write yourself a note of encouragement.
7. List 3 things you are looking forward to. 
8. Take a walk in the sunshine for 30 min and look for art in nature. 

PS, how are YOU doing?

Are you hanging in there?⁣ I hope you’re taking care of that heart! 

⁣I realize if you’re reading this, it may seem like there is A LOT for you to process right now.⁣ The holidays can be overwhelming in many ways for many people. 

Girl, I am right there with you. 

Let’s hold each other accountable to pause and check in with ourselves throughout the day. 

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