#16: Holiday Thrive Guide

Consider this episode a pep talk for the holidays. In this
solo round, I start by helping you eliminate excuses for getting
off track this time of year. In the second half, I’ll give you
five concrete strategies for winning the next month,
complete with tips + tricks that are applicable all year
long.

This one is quick and to the point, and packed with ways to make
you successful this December. 


Resources/links mentioned in this episode:


Will Smith video where he talks about building a wall brick
by brick

Girl, Let’s Goal event tickets + details here, enter promo
code PODCAST for a discount



Five tips for staying on track this holiday season:
Pre-eat; eat something nutritious before you go to events, out
to run errands or go holiday shopping, etc.Plan ahead by bringing
snacks with you when you’re out and about, looking up restaurant
menus in advance, being prepared when you travel, being intentional
with your alcohol consumption.Nail the basics like veggie intake,
water consumption, sunlight exposure, consistent exercise, quality
sleep, and so forth; click here for a blog post that expands more
on crushing these habits.Manage sugar cravings - click here for
strategies.Reduce stress levels through:

Seeking professional counseling

Using small budgeting tips

Regular habits such as meditation (Headspace is the app I
use*)

Reading (Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis and The
Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday are a couple of my favorites)

Yoga (Livin in Flow instructional videos are free on YouTube,
and the founders were on episode number #10)

Exercise, journaling, and social experiences. 



* I have no affiliation with Headspace and don’t receive
compensation for the recommendation, I’m really just a fan. :)


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