With the holiday season quickly approaching and 2011 coming to an end, it is easy to throw aside many of the good habits of the year, claiming that we will regain them on January 1st. Didn’t you resolve last year to stop procrastinating so much? Here’s your chance to prove yourself by starting your resolutions before the year is over.
Don’t suddenly stop exercising just because you have a lot of parties to go to. When you’re running around trying to do a million things, finding the perfect present for everyone, trying to keep your crazy relatives from fighting and spending extended amounts of time with your insane family, that yoga class is what is going to keep you sane.
Limit your alcohol consumption. I know the spiked eggnog starts looking better and better once Aunt Irma starts telling you another story about the cutest thing her cat did the other day, but dealing with mall crowds while nursing a severe hangover is not fun.
Take good care of your teeth. Sounds strange, but when thinking about saving money during the holiday season it makes sense. A good toothbrush, floss and mouthwash cost a lot less than having to get a cavity fixed, and with all the candy canes and Christmas cookies being consumed it’s just a good idea.
Get creative. You don’t have to get a gift card for everyone. This year try releasing some of your creative energy by making some homemade presents. You don’t have to be a seamstress to make a fleece tie blanket, and people love them. Also, creative projects can be good stress relievers.
Do something good for yourself and others. The holiday season is supposed to be all about giving right? Try volunteering at a homeless shelter or soup kitchen. It’s a good way not only to help others during this cold season, but it also gets you into the holiday spirit. It’s easy to get caught up in the commercialism of the holidays, but doing something like volunteering can help you to stay grounded in what is really important.