Holiday Affirmations

🎄 The holiday season can be overwhelming, particularly for individuals dealing with anxiety or challenging family dynamics. It is important to prioritize your mental well-being during this time by incorporating daily affirmations and practicing mindfulness techniques.

🫶 By taking the time to focus on self-care and managing stress, you can create a more peaceful and enjoyable holiday experience. Remember to breathe deeply, engage in activities that bring you joy, and surround yourself with supportive individuals.

Here are a list of some affirmations that might help get you through those stressful holiday days.

1. “I have time to do what I need to do today. I don’t need to rush.”

2. “Anything that I don’t get done will be there tomorrow.”

3. “The only thing I have to do today is take care of myself and my family.”

4. “My worth is not tied to my productivity.”

5. “It’s good to have boundaries that protect my mental health.”

6. “I will approach today with love, compassion, and understanding.”

7. “I am an adult. I decide what I will and will not participate in.”

8. “It’s okay to feel grief today.”

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Holiday Stress Buster

Today we are talking about how families can cope with stress during the holidays. 🎄🤯

Especially during this festive season, It's important to prioritize self-care and take the time to recharge. This is not only a reminder for adults, but for children as well. If you’re feeling stressed out, your kids are probably experiencing something similar. So here are some stress busting ideas for the whole family to try out when thing's get tough-

✔️ Get some exercise, make it something you actually enjoy like sports or a walk with the family.

✔️ Create some healthy and delicious meals together as a family, try a new recipe and maybe start a tradition

✔️ Start a gratitude journal, especially beneficial during the holiday season when it becomes easy to compare yourself to other families.

✔️ Find something to make yourself laugh, it can help flip a switch in your mind to ease some stress.

✔️ Put away the phones as a family for an hour and just play some board games. Unplug together!

✔️ Get good sleep! Make bedtime relaxing and allow your mind to actually shut down and recharge.

Remember, self-care is not selfish; it's a necessary part of maintaining your mental and emotional well-being. So don't forget to make you and your family a priority this holiday season.

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Healthy Eating Habits

Today we are talking about healthy eating habits! 🥦🥕🍎 Discover the benefits of nutritious meals and boost your well-being. This is the perfect practice to take on as a whole family. Idea: get teens involved in gathering ingredients and creating even one healthy meal a week together as a family to start and go from there.

Here are some #healthy eating habits for the whole family. Pick one or two to try out for a month and see if it makes a difference:

1. Include a variety of fruits and vegetables in your meals.

2. Limit processed foods and opt for homemade meals.

3. Drink plenty of water throughout the day.

4. Practice portion control and listen to your body's hunger cues.

5. Encourage regular physical activity for everyone.

Remember, small changes can lead to big health benefits! 💪

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