1.  All I Want for Christmas…
Remember not to assume that everyone else’s holidays are perfect. If you believe this then you’re setting a
standard that’s too difficult to live up. Life does not always imitate ‘feel good’ movies and advertising on TV. 

 

 

2.  Relax & Enjoy
Holidays are often quite busy times so try to accept it. Don’t let the odd set-back throw you off balance. The moment will come when you can put your feet up and relax!

3.  Financial Health Check
Keep things in perspective. When it comes to gifts don’t pay out more than you can afford as it will only make you feel worse afterwards.

4.  What goes around comes around
Give as you would like to receive. Give personal presents that will make people feel good about themselves. They don’t have to be expensive, just thoughtful.

5.  No regrets

Do not drink too much alcohol. It can make you do and say things you may regret, it is bad for your health and lets face it, hangovers, family and holidays do not mix! It usually leads to disaster.

6.  Avoid the rush
You know presents are part of the deal so don’t leave getting them until the last minute. Use the Internet for gift shopping if you can’t stand the thought of busy shops.

7.  Everything in moderation
Instead of piling your plate with turkey and all the fixings, take smaller portions. If you’re still hungry after dinner, go back for a second round of veggies. And, if you want a couple of chocolates, go for it. Just don’t end up sitting in front of the TV watching holiday specials and finishing off a whole box on your own!

8.  Healing honey
With winter here, there are bound to be plenty of flus and colds and sore throats in the air. If you have a sore throat, try taking some honey as a natural healer. Honey has powerful antimicrobial properties, which can soothe your raw tissues. Swallow a teaspoon of honey every few hours until symptoms clear up. Due to its anti-inflammatory effect, honey will help to heal wounds more quickly. It also has different phytochemicals - chemicals found in plants and different foods - that kill viruses, bacteria and fungus, making it a good substitute for wound dressings.