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Holidays can be stressful in a number of ways — from eating too much, overcommitting, entertaining family, not sticking to our normal routines, and more. With all the craziness of the holidays, sometimes we forget to take care of #1 — ourselves!
Thanksgiving: Damage Done
WalletHub reports that a single Thanksgiving dinner takes a toll on Americans:
- We spend approximately 9.6 hours preparing.
- Hosts spend an average $396.
- We eat an estimated 3,150-4,500 calories! (To put that in perspective, it’d take 10 hours on a treadmill for an average man to work off 4,500 calories.)
- Men consume an average of 3.1 drinks; women drink 2.4.
- 11% of hosts regret hosting before the event even begins.
No wonder we’re in a slump! The better you take care of yourself now, the more you can enjoy the rest of the holiday season. Here are some self-care suggestions to get you out of the slump:
Get Outside, Take a Walk
Gaining weight and feeling blah are very common issues during the holidays. The best antidote? Get outside and take a walk! Parade describes how taking a walk after a big meal is good for you — providing calmness, strengthening family bonds, and more.
Other Mid-Holiday Self-Care Ideas
The National Health Council suggests taking some time for yourself, getting active, meditating, and resting. Health Coach Institute put together a list of 20 Tips for Holiday Self-Care, which include pampering yourself, reciting affirmations, and limiting alcohol consumption.
Another great way to ramp up your self-care is by taking one of our 250+ tours either on-site or remotely. Here are just a few to consider:
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