Set your holidays up for success with some intentional advance planning! Use this guide to make sure you’re focusing on the aspects of the holiday season that mean the most to you.

Pause & Choose a New Mindset

If you catch yourself saying you’re unable to practice self-care, pause and choose a new mindset. There’s nothing selfish about taking care of your basic needs. Per Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration guidelines, it’s essential to recognize that your stress management must come first. Shift your self-talk to something like “When I take care of myself in small ways, I can be my best self to take care of patients.”

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Cook a Meal & Sit Down to Eat it Without Electronics

According to recent research focused on culinary therapy, here are some of the ways that cooking can improve your mood and general well-being:

• It is a healthy distraction that allows you to slow down and “get out of your head.”
• It awakens your senses, requiring you to pay attention to the present moment.
• It can help you get into a “flow state,” since it’s both challenging and enjoyable at the same time.
• It encourages you to learn new skills and expand your knowledge base.
• It may help you feel less anxious, depressed or overwhelmed, since cooking gives you a feeling of accomplishment and can also provide pleasure.

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Know Who You Want to Be and What You Want to Do

Focus hard on your goals. You’d be surprised of how attainable they are!

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