As
joyful as the holiday season is supposed to be, the days
leading up to Christmas can be filled with stress, chaos, hectic
schedules, deliciously tempting but unhealthy food, lack of quality
sleep and dealing with disagreeable loved ones and fellow shoppers.
The
reality of Christmas Eve and Christmas day can also be a difficult
time for those that cannot be with their loved ones at Christmas,
for those that are in dysfunctional families, for those that have
painful past memories associated with Christmas, for those with
financial stress and for those that are enduring health issues of
their own or those of a loved one. And often, those that are caught
within one or all of these categories tend to remain silent about
their feelings around the holidays so that they do not put a damper
on the joyful mood of those around them.
The shorter hours of daylight during winter as
well as the increase in cloudcover, cold and snow can also make
it difficult to maintain an energetic, cheerful, positive disposition.
The following tips may help to naturally
uplift your spirits, calm your nerves and energize your mood:
- Citrus oils are emphasized because they are energizing and uplifting oils. Orange, lemon and grapefruit oils are inexpensive (especially orange) and are also favored by many people, so your whole household may enjoy the aroma.
- Proper nutrition and exercise is not just essential for physical health, but it also nourishes and strengthens your nervous system, your emotions and your ability to focus and think clearly.
When you're down, stressed and immensely busy,
it's easy to forget to give yourself a moment to take an aromatic
bath, enjoy a brief self massage or diffuse your favorite essential
oil blend. It's also harder to eat well and exercise. If you need
to, set up a way to help yourself remember and be sure to carve
out the time needed to care for yourself. You deserve it!
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