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How to Connect with Your Kids During the Holiday Break
To say that the holidays can be stressful is an understatement. Even the most well-intentioned families can get wrapped up in the materialistic consumer-driven undertones and stress of getting it right, that they forget what matters most to them. I want to help you find ways to connect with your children in a new way this holiday season.
What if your kids don’t want to come home for the holidays?
There are many reasons your kids may not want to come home for the holidays. As a parent, it’s important to recognize your role in the relationship, and that you are simply one part of their decision. Ashleigh shares some ways to help you cope with the disappointment you might be feeling.
Coping with Loss During the Holiday Season
Grieving during the holiday season can be difficult. If you are struggling with grief during what is supposed to be the happiest time of the year, then I encourage you to join me on healing through utilizing some of the measures I describe in this blog.
Six Ways to Cope with Holiday Stress
There are so many things that have an impact on these feelings of “joy and happiness” such as: the search for that perfect gift; cooking/baking for friends and family; dealing with the your own family dynamics AND the in-laws; missing those special people who have moved away or have passed before us; and, don’t forget the never-ending stress of how much money spent on gifts is enough, and how much is too much? If that list wasn’t long enough, this is Christmas number two coping with the effects of COVID-19! Here are six ways to help you cope with holiday stress.
Boost your mood during the holiday season
Okay, so now that I reminded you of this ‘blah’ weather, and the ‘blah’ mood it may be causing, you’re probably wondering, “But I can’t control the weather, so how am I supposed to make my mood better?” Well basically, it’s about doing more things that make you happy! (I know, that sounds cheesy, but stay with me on this) So there’s these things called “happy hormones” that we all have, but sometimes we have less of these happy hormones, because of things like the ‘blah’ weather, and being stressed from all of the homework that we keep getting.
Free Fall Nutrition Webinars at Panorama Wellness
Join me for two free webinars this fall where I will be providing crash courses in the fundamentals of a healthy diet, and reading and understanding food labels. Learn the basics of nutrition and healthy living so you can confidently make evidence-based healthy lifestyle choices and reach your health and wellness goals in a way that is both straightforward and sustainable!