It’s that time again. Pull out the wreath, tree, stockings, cards and music. You have heard the distant, lingering sound of Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas.” Don’t worry. I have not pulled out me wreath either. As we see fall and Halloween stuff out, Michael’s Arts and crafts has already started to put their Christmas things out. You all know that Halloween comes by quick, then Thanksgiving, and then Christmas break.
I love it when Christmas comes around. I get a break, spend some time with family, and decorate. Okay…I LOVE CHRISTMAS. I like the decorating, playing music, trimming the tree, seeing the Christmas lights and all the works. I would like to do all of it, but I never have the time. This is the one holiday that I can be festive and enjoy it. I send off Christmas cards. I decorate my tree and my home. I have already started my Hallmark Christmas Movie Marathon.
Every year, I will watch Christmas movies until Christmas. It is usually two movies a day and three to four a day on the weekends. It is tradition for me to just sit and unwind for that day. I take the time to think about me and take care of some self-care in the process. Take the time to share your day with yourself and unwind without distractions. I leave my phone on that charger and just watch movies. You do not necessarily have to watch movies, but you can do something else. I know what it feels like to not take the time for yourself. Stress got the best of me and started to take a toll. One day, a friend reminded me that I should take some time for myself and that it was essential. I started off small and built my way up. I changed my whole mindset and my confidence came back. Take a break. Celebrate your wins. It is worth it!
Happy Start of the Season,
Relaxsista TFT
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