11 ways to take care of yourself during the holidays. π
Creating calm amidst chaos: 11 ways to take care of yourself during the holidays
(Number 4 is our favorite).
1. Get outsideβ¦let the sunshine warm your face, even for just a few minutes each day. βοΈ the benefits are numerous!
2. Drink a lot of water (even when you don't feel thirsty). Throw in some electrolytes if you're feeling extra zany. If you're feeling extra ambitious: drink a glass of water before you drink your coffee in the morning.
3. Schedule time with a friend who brings you joy. Even better: kill two birds with one stone (not literally, mind you) and take a walk in the sunshine with a friend!
4. Blast your favorite music while you wrap Christmas gifts. Extra points if you have a dance off to Mariah Carey's All I Want For Christmas Is You. Video or it didn't happen. Also post it to your story and tag @anniejamesproducts. We double dog dare ya.
5. Make time for a face mask. 2 of Kenzie and Katie's favorites: the charcoal mask and the AHA mask from Beautycounter. The perfect way to unwind after a full day of merriment and cheer.
6. Pet therapy! Spend some time loving on a dogβ¦unless you're allergic, then maybe you should skip this one. π₯²
7. Holiday treats are exactly that: a treat! It's ok to indulge in a holiday delicacy or two, everything in moderation! Katie's favorites include: homemade cinnamon rolls, peppermint ice cream and an old-fashioned. Kenzie's favorites include: homemade chocolate chip pumpkin bread, homemade hot chocolate (nothing beats homemade).
8. Spend some time reading, journaling, or writing. Reflect on the season, the good, the hard and everything in-between.
9. Say βnoβ to something (or several things). Boundaries are a beautiful thing. Don't be afraid to set them.
10. Do something kind for a stranger. Greet the UPS driver, thank people for working hard, buy coffee for the person behind you in line⦠it doesn't take much to make someone else's day. Be intentional!
11. Sleep! Need we say more? π΄