Things You'll Need:
- Yourself
- Your smile
- Family
- Friends
- Pen and paper
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Step 1
Look forward to spending time with loved ones.As Ghandi said, "Be the change you wish to see." It all starts with you. Yes, it's easier said than done, but when it comes down to it, if you are responsible for your own feelings. Think positive thoughts. Focus on the fun you'll have doing winter activities and seeing your friends and family. Try not to focus on all the things you have to do, focus on all the things you GET to do.
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Step 2
Take a few hours to spend time with a good friend and vent. It's important to get frustrations out and not keep feelings inside, so telling someone all of your worries will help you stop dwelling on them.
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Step 3
Share your smile. It's a proven fact that smiling chemicals that relieve stress and increase feelings of well-being. Plus, it will encourage others to do the same and improve the general mood in the room.
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Step 4
Prioritize. Take a pen and paper and write down all the things that you really want to do this holiday season. Be it take a family ski vacation, prepare a fabulous dinner, or visit certain relatives. You might be surprised what you leave off. Don't bend over backwards trying to accomplish things if you don't even want to do them.
