Wellness
Take this first weekend of the new year for self-care.
Nothings better than reuniting with your apartment after a whirlwind holiday season.
The feeling of dropping your bags and flopping onto your own bed?
Being away fromchaotic family dynamicsfor the first time in a week?
Returning home is a relief, but it often takes some time to feel like yourself again.
Its natural to feel disorganized anddrained this time of year.
Think shopping, cooking, decorating, etc.
The holidays ask us to take on a lot more than usual, she tells Bustle.
Its no wonder our emotional reserves start running on fumes.
The holidays are often full of constant chatter from friends and family.
Its an ideal way to rest, recharge, and reorganize your thoughts.
Appreciating these little moments will helpground you in the present and will put you in a better mood.
This can ground you in the present while deeplysoothing your nervous system.
It can create a sense of calm and reduce overstimulation, she says.
Cant stop thinking about that rude comment from your aunt?
Beating yourself up about an awkward exchange at a family get-together?
If so, grab a piece of paper and start to vent.
Itll feel good to get it all out.
As you lie low and relax this weekend, consider taking on a silly, low-pressure craft.
According to McKleroy, itll make you feel cozy, centered, and refreshed.
Picture all your stress melting away and before you know it youll be your old self again.
Studies referenced:
Grassini, S. (2022.
)A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Nature Walk as an Intervention for Anxiety and Depression.
source: www.bustle.com
