De-stress your december with gratitude!

The holidays are upon us and as it goes every fall, It gets darker sooner, and temperatures start dropping.  

The 'outlaws' will be coming to town and there will be lots to talk about, or argue about, surrounding the recent political developments.  

Despite all that has gone on this fall, we can still find ways to bring joy to the season. 

I've been taught that no matter how the past year went to approach the New Year on the most uplifting note. 

This is why we're offering De-Stress your December!

You've got 2 ways to De-Stress your December:

1. From December 1st through the 30th, you’ll have one challenge/intention item to complete each day. These items are designed to make your life a little happier, healthier, and more intentional. If you’d prefer to complete the challenge items out of order or switch up a few of the dates, go for it! Wellness isn't one size fits all, and this challenge was created to make your life less stressful, not more so, do what will work for you!
2. Between now and December 1st (you can 'jump in' at any time during December) you'll see the De-Stress your December chart at both of the studios.  Simply set a goal of how many classes you feel will definitely De-Stress your December, write it down, and get to work!

Follow along on Facebook and Instagram and share your progress and insights. Tag Gratitude, your friends and teachers from the community and get a running start into wellness in 2025!

In January, come and celebrate with us as we gather and award prizes.  Everyone who participates will be entered into win prizes! 

1. Be intentionally kind.
   Whether you buy Starbucks for the person behind you in line or donate to your favorite cause,  or perhaps you give a $20 bill to a homeless person, do something kind for someone else.
2. Spend 5 minutes outside.
3. Journal your feelings for today.
4. Track your water intake.
5. Try a workout you’ve never done before.
6. Meditate for at least five minutes.
   Meditation looks different for everyone. If you have a practice already, do your thing! If you don’t, consider this 30 min meditation that helps to open the heart space.  
7. Evaluate your budget.
8. Check-in with a friend or loved one.
9. Time-block your day.
   If you don’t already use time-blocking as a practice in your life, consider designating certain times of the day for certain projects or activities, whether personal or work-related, to help you stay organized.
10. Write down five things you’re grateful for.
11. Practice reverse gossip.
    Our default is often to find fault in others, so make it a point to say something nice about someone!
12. Test out a new recipe.
13. Choose an affirmation for today.
14. Clean up one area of clutter.
15. Hug a friend.
16. Write snail mail to someone.
17. Take time for creativity.
18. Choose a one-word theme for 2025.
19. Take a mini digital detox.
20. Listen to classical music.
21. Embark on an hour of power.
    Set aside an hour to work on those annoying little miscellaneous tasks you’d rather push to the side. I promise you’ll be amazed at how much you can get done in a short amount of time!
22. .Treat yourself.
23. Practice 1:1:2 breathing.
    Do this when you start your day or any time you find yourself stressed. How does it work? Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4, and exhale for 8.
24. Create a list of dreams for 2025.
25. Write down the good things that came from 2024.
26. Evaluate your goals and resolutions.
27. Incorporate laughter into your day.
28. Incorporate laughter into your day.
29. Forgive someone in your life.
30. Write down 3 things you could have done differently in the past year.
31. Create a ritual/prayer to affirm your intentions for the year to come.