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3. Learn to Say No
“No” is a complete sentence but oftentimes we feel guilty about telling people no when they ask us to do something. This typically comes with a price that usually we pay. By saying yes too many times and overextending yourself, you set yourself up for some serious fatigue, both mentally and physically.
4. Sleep, Sleep, Sleep
for stress. When these things are out of whack, your overall functioning can be impaired. Poor sleep also has a negative effect on your immune system and flu season is not the time to have a weakened immune system. Actively working towards avoiding fatigue can not only protect you from any decline in func- tioning, it can also allow you to enjoy the moments that matter more. At the end of the season, you won’t remember how many cakes you baked or how many parties you went to but you will remember the qual- ity time you spent with those who matter.
Here are 4 ways to get through the holi- days in one piece.
2. Take a Time-Out When Necessary
With everything going on this time of year, this is not the time to get less sleep at night. Poor sleep can affect your mood, focus, memory, and tolerance
1. Learn to Delegate
You do not have to do every- thing. There are people that can help take some of the burden off you if you are one of those individuals who is notorious
If you have multiple events in a short time span, take a break when necessary. Take the long way be- tween events to give you a moment to breathe, step away for a few minutes for a quick mindfulness mo-
ment, or take a nap between events to recharge. You can still enjoy the moments that matter even if you aren’t there for every minute.
for having an “I’ll just do it myself” mentality. By al- lowing others to help, you just might have the op- portunity to enjoy the moment instead of missing out on the experience because you are so busy with tasks.
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