The holiday season is upon us once again, bringing with it ample opportunity for tension and stress. From holiday travel to dealing with challenging family members, the last two months of the year can be full of hidden perils just waiting to cause you unnecessary pressure and strife. But what if there was another way? What if there was a way to promote self-care and mindfulness in your daily life so that you could focus on being present and enjoying all the season has to offer? This guide to avoiding holiday stress is full of helpful tips and tricks designed to help you stay sane and make the most of the holiday season ahead.
Five Helpful Tools to Help You Beat Holiday Stress
- Scent is one of the most powerful ways to soothe your mind and promote a general feeling of zen. This year, try utilizing one of these essential oil blends designed specifically to combat tension and stress as you prepare for the holidays and host guests. (If you are new to essential oils and looking for a budget-friendly way to test out their benefits, navigate to the end of this post to shop my recommended essential oils starter kit.)
- Utilize a meditation app to calm your mind and help relieve stress. Headspace is a fabulous subscription-based option that puts meditation and mindfulness into your own hands. If you are looking for a free option, check out Insight Timer, Aura, or Omvana. All four apps are iOS and Android-friendly.
- Incorporate a relaxing bath of Epson Salts and essential oils into your day. Simply add 2 cups of Epson Salts and 10 drops of your favorite essential oil to running water. Lavender oil is fabulous for promoting relaxation, while peppermint oil can be used to wake you up and focus your mind.
- Apply Quiet Mind Anointing Oil by Lotus Wei to your pulse points a minimum of five times a day. This blend of floral essences and essential oils is specifically designed to calm your mind and encourage focus, relaxation, and sleep. This product is my go-to when I need to quiet mental chatter and soothe my mind.
- Add a yoga workout designed to promote an overall feeling of zen to your daily routine. All under thirty minutes, these three workouts are a perfect way to get your body moving while providing crucial stress relief.
What are your favorite ways to combat holiday tension? Are there any practices included in this guide to beating holiday stress that you plan on incorporating into your holiday season?
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