As if things weren’t hectic enough through Halloween, now that it’s November it’s time to start gearing up for the holidays. Β Meal planning, travel planning, gift planning, shopping, holiday cards, school events, parties, entertaining…it never ends, and it can take a toll on even the heartiest of fashionable housewives. Β To keep your cool when everyone and everything else is spinning around you, make sure that you take some time every day to quiet your mind and slow down. Β Try taking a nap for 20 minutes. Β Have a cup of tea and read your favorite magazine.
If you can make it to the gym or a yoga class, by all means go, and savor your time there. Β If not, even a few simple yoga postures or a brisk walk around the neighborhood can go a long way in helping you keep things in perspective.
When I’m pushing the outer limits of sanity I go get a manicure or sit down and draw in my journal. Β What are your favorite stress escapes? Β Let us know and we’ll post your suggestions to share with our readers.
