Best Ways To Relax During The Holiday Season
The holiday season can be a stressful time for many different reasons. Luckily, there are many different ways to relax during the holiday season according to Healthline.
One of the best ways to calm your mind is doing breathing exercises. While doing these exercises it’s also good to try and release some physical tension. You can do both of these things together by first finding a comfortable spot to sit or lay down. Then you take a deep breath in for a count of three, then out for another count of three. While doing this, you can slowly tense up and release different parts of the body.
Writing is another good way to relax. Sitting down and writing what’s on your mind when stressed is a good way to get all of your stress out. While writing, it’s best not to worry about any spelling errors, just focus on what’s bothering you. Jotting down list can also help with relaxation. A list of what you are grateful for is the best type of list to write when you have a hard time unwinding.
Finding your happy place is a good way to bring happiness back into your day. To do this you simply close your eyes and think of a location that would make you happy to be at in the moment. Imagine how it smells, how the air or ground might feel, what it looks and sounds like. Doing this can bring you a lot of peace and help you to destress.
Relaxing has many positive effects. Some of these effects include better memory, being able to think more clearly, having a more positive outlook, and it even reduces the risk of different health issues. So remember to take the time to relax this holiday season.
Pre-Thanksgiving Fun: 6 Activities to Get You in the Spirit
Turkey Trot
Look around for a Thanksgiving race happening near you. Round up your friends or family members and join a seasonal run. Some of these races are pretty laid-back, while others are more intense for those serious runners. Either way, it would make for a great activity ahead of Thanksgiving.
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Binge Thanksgiving Episodes
Nothing gets you in the Thanksgiving mood like re-watching the best Thanksgiving episodes from your favorite TV shows. You can even make it a family affair by having each family member pick 2 or 3 themed episodes from their favorite shows for everyone to binge-watch. You have a variety of TV shows to pick from, such as Friends, specifically “The One with All the Thanksgivings” (Season 5, Episode 8), This Is Us with the episode “Pilgrim Rick” (Season 1, Episode 8), or Gilmore Girls featuring “A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving” (Season 3, Episode 9).
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Pie Swap
Whether you’re trying to use up all those apples you picked last month, perfect a pie recipe before the holidays, or simply want an excuse to devour something sweet with friends, a pie swap is a great way to gather in November. You could even make it a virtual baking event or deliver your pastry creations to your friends’ doorsteps.
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"Friendsgiving"
Not everyone can make it home for Thanksgiving, and even if they can, consider hosting a potluck feast with your closest friends. Ask everyone to whip up or bring their favorite Thanksgiving dish. You can even add a unique theme to your celebration for extra fun.
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Volunteer
Chat it out with your family and decide which organization or foundation you want to support, then kick off a collection. Making your annual donation a Thanksgiving tradition is a cool way to show your gratitude. Volunteering together anytime in the year teaches your family to think beyond themselves, give back, and appreciate what they have.
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