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To Regift or Not- That is the Question…

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 I know people who think that regifting is tacky or means that you don’t think much of the recipient if you regift to them. As a life coach, encouraging individuals to clear clutter from their space, I personally think that regifting is great if done with the the best of intentions and as long as a few “rules” are followed.

For those that may be new to the concept, regifting is the act of taking a gift that has been received and giving it to somebody else. If you haven’t heard the term “regifting” you may have heard the term “white elephant gift exchange” (and even those that pshaw regifting have probably participated in one of these).

Even though the practice pre-dates the term, in 1995 the term became popular in an episode of the NBC sitcom Seinfeld (“The Label Maker”) when one of the characters “regifted” a label maker to Jerry Seinfeld.

If you do plan to regift there are rules of etiquette that you should follow: [Read more…] about To Regift or Not- That is the Question…

Surviving the Holidays – Eating Well

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While the holidays offer the comforts of home and hearth there is also the opportunity to overindulge.

It is possible to survive and enjoy holiday celebrations without calling out the food police if you follow a few tips:

Plan ahead

  • Plan activities where food isn’t the primary focus.
  • Before attending a party have a snack to take the edge off hunger.
  • Offer to bring a healthy dish to pass.
  • Commit to balanced meals, adequate fluids, plenty of rest and regular exercise.

Take care of yourself

    • Don’t skip meals especially breakfast.Keep your regular exercise schedule.
    • Plan some quiet time into your day to mediate, journal or relax.
    • Set realistic goals. Delegate what you can or eliminate activities

    Stay aware

    • Station yourself away from the buffet table so you make a conscious choice to eat.
    • Watch your alcohol intake for the sake of calories and commitment.
    • Pace yourself. Save your indulgences for one or two favorites.
    • Acknowledge stress and handle it in healthy ways.

    Enjoy the holidays doing the things that matter most to you and savor a few treats as well as the company of family and friends. You will thrive not just survive.

     

    Let Me Listen to Me…

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    Let me listen to me and not to them.~ Gertrude Stein

    The holidays arrive…you get caught up in the traditions of the season and before your know it you are doing again this year what you said you wouldn’t do last year. Sound familiar? My last post suggested that reviewing and setting your expectations can reduce holiday stress. It can also bring joy and peace to your life.

    If it ain’t fun don’t do it….ask yourself what would give you joy this year and make plans to achieve your dream. If you keep doing the same things you will keep getting the same results. If you are okay with that then great. But if you are looking for something different from the holiday season this year…take a risk and change things up. You might be surprised…others might thank you for it.