Sleigh Stress Like a Pro: Unleash Your Inner Zen with Laughter!

Ah, the holidays, my dear reader friend – a time for joy, merriment, and the occasional urge to curl up in the fetal position and rock back and forth. Am I the only one who feels this way during this joyful season? Keep on reading and I will guide you through what works for me. If you're feeling the stress of the season, fear not! Here are three easy tips to help you beat the holiday blues and rediscover what's truly important (spoiler: it's not untangling the Christmas lights).

Tip 1: "Sleigh-ga" Have you ever heard of "Sleigh-ga" Yoga? For those who have never heard of, Sleigh-ga is the idea of creating festive and holiday-themed yoga poses and movements inspired by the imagery of the season. The holidays can be more hectic than a herd of reindeer on a caffeine binge, right? But we can combat the chaos! Picture this – you, in full Santa regalia, striking poses like "Downward Sleigh," "Jingle Bell Warrior," and the classic "Ho-Ho-Headstand." Not only will you burn off those extra sugar cookie calories, but you'll also find your inner peace amidst the tinsel tornado.

Tip 2: "Gift Wrapping Therapy" Here is an interesting idea. Try creating a space and think about gift-wrapping as a form of therapy. The number one suggestion is to let go of perfectionism. Gifts do not have to be perfectly wrapped. What matters is the thought and what’s inside anyway. Instead of tearing your hair out over perfectly folded corners and straight edges on gift wrap, embrace the art of "Gift-Wrapping Therapy." Here are some suggestions. Turn on some soothing holiday tunes, I personally love the classic ones, grab your wrapping paper and let the stress melt away as you create gift packages that resemble modern and abstract art masterpieces. For instance, if you cut the paper too short for the box you are wrapping, so what? Grab a totally different one and piece it in there. So what if the wrapping looks like a quilt? Look, think of the bright side, the more creative the wrapping, the less anyone will notice if the gift inside is a last-minute pharmacy or gas station find. You will get bonus points for using unconventional items like old newspapers, which will add a vintage/world-conscious feel to the gift!

Tip 3: "Karaoke Remix" For all you karaoke lovers out there, here's an idea that's sure to be music to your ears. Instead of singing those traditional holiday carols that everyone's heard a million times, create your own remixes. Try Carol Comical Karaoke Remix. If you never heard of it, you are at the right place, cause I just made it up (not the idea but this title!). Don’t let the holiday hustle and bustle be a threat to overwhelm your peace and serenity, especially if you still have some left! It's time for a musical intervention. Gather your loved ones, fam, and friends, even the ones you know can’t carry a tune, dim the lights, and transform your living room into a festive karaoke haven. Instead of the usual carols, feel free to rewrite the lyrics. Sing your heart out to classics like "Jingle Bell Traffic Jam", "Frosty the Yo-man," and “Deck the Halls with Food and Folly”. Laughing in the face of holiday anxiety is not just a coping mechanism; it's a festive cardio workout. And for those of you who can't carry a tune, don't worry, there's still hope.

Stress is no joke, my dear friend reader. The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to beat stress at its own game. It's like playing a game of chess with a Grinch, but instead of strategy, we'll use humor and creativity. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed, just remember that mastering the art of "Sleigh-ga" yoga or unleashing your inner creative and abstract gift-wrapping skills can bring a smile to your face. And, let's be honest, who doesn't love a good caroling karaoke remix? So, take a deep breath, and let the holiday merriment begin!

Don't forget to leave your comment and tell me about the "Sleigh-ga" Yoga poses you came up with. And I want to hear about your abstract and creative gift-wrapping art, and your creative caroling song lyrics.

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2 comments

Patricia Bochi Dec 23, 2023 at 05:20

@Karen
I’m so happy you’ve enjoyed reading my blog! You’ve made my day! 💕💕💕
Karen C-VA Dec 22, 2023 at 12:04

LOVE IT!! There are so many who are in the dumps this time of year and need help. These ideas brought a smile to my face. Thank you

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