Faith Regional Health Services | living WELL | Fall 2019

FRHS.ORG 7 TRIM YOUR TO-DO LIST. Go ahead—cross out at least one or two things that are likely to make you fran- tic. You don’t have to say yes to every invitation that comes your way or bake cookies from scratch when you can easily buy yummy ones. Make what matters most—time spent with friends and loved ones—your priority. If you enjoy making crafts or baking, consider giving some homemade gifts. Or give the gift of your time: Wrap up a homemade coupon for some babysitting hours—weary parents will be grateful. Or offer to clean the home of an elderly person or someone recovering from an ill- ness. These types of gifts are easy on the budget and often greatly appreciated. LEND A HAND. Spread some holiday cheer by volunteering for your favorite charity—maybe a soup kitchen or a homeless shelter. Helping out may lift your spirits and put you in that special holiday mood. Sources: American Psychiatric Association; American Psychological Association CATCH YOUR BREATH. Your default holiday behavior may be to go into overdrive and cheat yourself out of restorative me-time. But chances are, you need that downtime now more than ever. So carve out at least a few minutes every day to recharge. Do something that gives you pleasure—for example, unwinding with music or calling a faraway friend. 3 5 4