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What we have forgotten about enjoying the holidays

8/13/2018

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We all look forward to that time of the year when we can catch a break from the busy working schedules. Even though working gives us a sense of identity, it is tiring. That is why you should have a program for how you should spend your holiday to make it fun and relaxing. ​
Christmas season is long enough for you to enjoy each day as you anticipate for the New Year. Most people underestimate the importance of holidays and spend those days drinking excessively instead of realizing that this time is family time. Use the following tips to achieve from your holidays.
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Stay organized
People who try to achieve perfection during the holidays end up stressed. Staying organized will keep you in control of what you should prioritize against your wants.

Right down everything you need, to avoid last minute rushing and purpose to do each task at a specific time. Concentrating on every item on its own helps you give it your best.  Let work wait so that you can have sufficient time with your loved ones. It is the only time you do this anyway.

Acknowledge past unhealthy habits
For you to make changes in some of these holiday habits, you must acknowledge your weaknesses. Some of us maintain the same season patterns of over-committing or overspending. Some people decide to forget that they were on a diet and consume excessively. Recognizing such habits will make you improve them during this holiday season.

Take help
Holidays are a time when people should come together and work in unison to celebrate the different occasions. You don't have to tackle all the tasks on your own. Ask your family members to help with the various chores such as decorating the home or running essential errands for you as you work on other tasks.

Volunteer
Give back to the society by volunteering your services during the holidays. There are different ways to show love to a person who needs it. For instance, you can prepare some gifts to give children in the hospital or prepare goodies for the homeless. Helping other people during holidays gives them joy and you also feel good that you showed generosity to them.

Come up with a budget
One of the holiday stressors is financial constraints. It is what makes the January month unbearable to most of us due to the lack of a budget. You can reduce the items on your list by choosing to bake a cake from your oven at home instead of purchasing several expensive ones from bakeries. Your home warranty covers your oven so if you need it fixed. It can be done by making that call. According to landmark home warranty reviews, they give you fast and efficient services.
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You can also reduce the budget by making home decorations instead of buying them.  Let your friends and family get involved in this activity. You can even come up with self-designed gifts that help you save money and get unique ideas that people love.

Stop comparison
Everybody has different capabilities according to their means. That is why you should never compare yourself with your friends by evaluating how much they have during the holidays. This habit is what makes people overspend as they feel inadequate. Do not succumb to social expectations and pressure if you cannot afford it. Let your holiday be unique with more self-made items than purchases.

Find time to relax
Some people are caught up in the festivities and forget that they will be back to work soon. In as much you celebrate, look for time to rest from the busy year through sleeping, meditating or taking a yoga class. You can even catch up on a novel you have not ready for a while. These relaxation techniques will prepare you for a new season as you unwind from everything else.
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Spend time with others
Too much work makes us deny our families the attention they need. Use the holiday to catch up with friends and family. You can invite them to your home and spend sufficient time with them as you enjoy their company. You can purpose to go out with them, visit new places or watch evening movies at a theater. It will make you feel complete as you remember those good times you shared.

Limit the use of technology
We appreciate everything that technology does for us, but during the holidays, it can interfere with your interaction with others. Don't receive job-related phone calls during holidays unless it’s an emergency.
Remember that this is the only time you get to have face to face communication with your loved ones. If you are ever on your laptop or phone, it might disappoint them. Switch off the technology for a few hours and have fun without it.

Babysit
You can take a break by babysitting a friend's child during the holidays. Children have a way of brightening up our lives. Don't let the lack of a child limit you since babysitting your friend's child could be what you need from all the chaos in your life.

Reflect
Use the holidays to reflect on your achievements that you have accomplished through the year. You can use this time to make adjustments and set future goals that you wish to accomplish. Reflecting keeps you focused in life since you get a purpose and work towards achieving it.

Show gratitude
Most of the time we forget that waking to another morning is more of a privilege than a right. Every time you get to another holiday, remember to be grateful for the far that you have come. It could be great health, a good relationship or a good job. Do not take them for granted. Say thanks to your creator as you show gratitude to your loved ones.

Final thoughts
In the world we live in, holidays have moved from the quiet time at home to endless vacations and parties. All these choices, however, lie with us. If you are not looking for something big from holidays, our tips can come in handy. Make it simple and save more for the after season period. You don't want to start a New Year broke, do you?


Article written by Nirdesh
(Photo by meemal via Flickr)
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