8 days of wellness
Emotional – Short dark days, stress, travel and traffic, grief and loss, social anxiety at gatherings. So many emotional triggers can happen during the holidays. Make sure to give yourself time for relaxation. Decide on your limits and respect them.
Spiritual - Others may celebrate in ways that may be different than your own beliefs and values, so it’s a great time to learn about other celebrations.
Social – For some, holidays are overwhelming with social demands; know that you can set boundaries with family and friends, just make sure to communicate them and know you can stick to them. For some, the holidays are lonely; try volunteering with a local non-profit to meet new friends!
Occupational – Taking a break from work is an essential piece of occupational wellness. If you have time off, enjoy it! If you don’t, be sure to take breaks throughout your day.
Financial – It’s tempting to splurge on gifts, but stay financially well by planning your budget in advance, give handmade gifts, or give the gift of time and spend it with those you love.
Physical – With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, make sure to plan ahead for exercise, sleep, and relaxation time.
Environmental – Cold temps and snow can make for an uncomfortable environment. Keep warm in appropriate winter clothes, heat up next to a fire, or try a new outdoor winter activity for better wellness!
Intellectual – Students are regularly working on this dimension. So, why not try a different type of brain activity this holiday season?! Play board games with your family/friends or practice a new skill, like cooking or crafting/building.