A Holiday Wellness Toolkit
🌟 The festive season is upon us and amidst the celebrations it's crucial to be real about what you can and can’t handle and allow yourself whatever you need to stay well during this time. Yes there’s lots of joy around but there’s also a lot of other stuff too. And that’s ok. We just need to keep ourselves on track.
Prioritise your mental health and happiness. Here are some ideas that can empower you to take control of your mindset and elevate you during the Christmas and New Year period, in the moments you need it 🎄
🧠 Boosting Your Happy Hormones: A Scientific Approach
✨ 1. Serotonin Surges: Engage in activities that boost serotonin, your mood-regulating neurotransmitter. Enjoy a stroll in nature, if the sun is out go catch some rays, indulge in your favourite healthy snack, or help someone feel great 🌞
✨ 2. Endorphin Escapades: Exercise is a natural endorphin booster. Whether it's a brisk walk, a dance, or a quick workout, get moving to experience the euphoric effects 💃
✨ 3. Dopamine Delights: Set and achieve small goals to trigger dopamine release. It could be as simple as completing a puzzle, learning a new recipe, or mastering a quick mindfulness exercise 🧩️
✨ 4. Oxytocin Outreach: Connect with loved ones, even if virtually. Share laughter, kind words, and gratitude to boost oxytocin, the bonding hormone 💬️
✨ 5. Mindful Moments: Practice mindfulness to lower cortisol, the stress hormone. Take a few minutes each day to breathe deeply, focus on the present moment, and let go of stressors as much as you can 🧘♀️
🎁 Your Personalised Happiness Toolkit
To make it easier, I've created a quick reference information sheet which is free for you to use. Remember, your mental health is a priority so take control and embrace the power of positive psychology.
Wishing you all a mentally resilient festive season! ✨
If you’d like to learn more about these kinds of techniques and wellbeing tips, get in touch.
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