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Don’t let the end of the year fool you into being stressed and overwhelmed. Farah Harris, a psychotherapist and workplace belonging and well-being expert, has exclusively shared with us a few of her top tips to help maintain self-care during the holidays.
Keep reading for look at some ideas to help us all be well mentally, emotionally and physically.
Set and Maintain Boundaries
“Often we do not think of boundary-setting as part of our self-care, but it plays a significant role in our well-being. Healthy boundaries are for our protection. They help us keep the good things in and the bad stuff out. Knowing your limits is essential in helping you effectively communicate what you can and cannot do and what you will and will not accept. We are often stressed out because our boundary line has been crossed.”
Don’t Over Commit
“Do you feel stressed when you glance at your calendar? During the holidays, we tend to spread ourselves thin by saying ‘yes’ to everything. If you’re over-scheduled with activities, learn to say ‘no.’ It’s a complete sentence. Sometimes we over-commit because we think we are superhuman and can do it all. Other times it may be due to people-pleasing. Whatever the reason, try to minimize stress by not…
