You are trying to close out the end of year numbers while still attempting to get all your holiday shopping done around work. It is the season of feeling overwhelmed, but does that have to be inevitable? This year I have been talking to people about what they have done or are trying out in order to simplify and de-stress the holiday season. Below are a few new approaches:
- A friend says that she has instituted a personal policy that “re-gifting is ok”. She has experienced good feelings from taking gifts she wouldn’t use and matching them to more appreciative recipients.
- Haven’t sent out your holiday cards yet? Consider email cards that can be found at www.hallmark.com, or www.BlueMountain.com OR consider paring down your list by sending only to the people you currently feel a connection with OR think about letting it go this year.
- My aunt is not putting up a tree this season and she has felt great relief. Maybe it’s just a symbol (that lights up) that you might need. Maybe taking a break from having to tack up all the decorations is what would give you greater joy.
Slightly Deeper Considerations:
- Having struggles that the gifts you purchased will not be enough? Consider what it is that makes you feel that way and then ask yourself is that thought based in reality. Think how you will feel giving the gift chosen as is, if you didn’t have that thought. Focus on that freer feeling.
- It is a great time to take note of what you really enjoy doing right now and what feels like a burden. With that you can evaluate what needs to stay in your holiday planning and traditions and what needs to go, or at least be minimized for the future.