Meditate
on the personal meaning of the concept
of holiday (holy day) and what it means
to you. Plan and schedule your activities
in alignment with that.
Replace
the words "I should" and "I
must" with "I choose".
Be aware that life is full of choices,
and we create our own reality.
Avoid
or limit time with negative and energy
draining people, including family members.
If you have difficulty saying "no",
counseling would be beneficial.
Pay
attention to your body's needs and seek
professional help if you feel overly
stressed. Signs of increased stress
are exhaustion, disturbed sleep, irritability,
increased heart rate, digestive problems,
and cravings for numbing substances
(e.g. sugar, nicotine, caffeine, alcohol).
Notice
any tendencies to eat or drink in excess.
Seek to understand the feelings you
may be trying to cover up through these
behaviors.
Take
time each day to engage in a practice
that centers you, such as meditation,
dance, prayer, yoga, writing in a journal,
communing with nature, or walking leisurely.
