At my house, Christmas is the most hectic time of the year. More visitors, lots of shopping to do, decorations to put up, plus all the regular activities. During this time, we need to keep the P touchstone with us at all times. P for priority.
Remember what Priority is? Our priority is what we choose to do instead of something else. We may think we do not have a choice, but we always do. We can either do it or not. We may think we have to do this or that; in reality we may have the responsibility to do it, but we still have the choice to do it or not. Watch out that what you feel is your obligation does not pre-empt your priorities.
In weight loss, as in weight management, one of our priorities is to eat healthy and portion control. With so many social gatherings going on with the traditional food and goodies, remember your priorities. Choose what you will consume, do not just grab anything that looks good. Choose the smaller plate when you choose your food. Concentrate on socializing rather than eating.
Remember to continue your eating schedule. You can adjust how much you eat while maintaining your 3 meals and 3 snacks. Eat your breakfast everyday. When you are out shopping, take some healthy snacks along. Zip lock bags can carry a variety of snacks.
Christmas, or Hanukkah, or the season are about love, thinking of others, peace, giving. It is about being with friends and family. What if you are alone – no family around? There are many people in shelters and nursing homes that would love company. Many groups meet together to wrap gifts for the needy, serve dinner to the homeless and needy, deliver food and gifts to their homes. Volunteers are always needed. Doing something for someone who needs it can feed your soul.
No one to celebrate with? Ask others who live alone to come to your house – make it a pot luck or provide for our friends, depending on your and their financial situation.
Choose to be alone? Nothing wrong with that. Just don’t sit in depression or despair. And don’t eat to fill loneliness, sorrow, or an aching heart. Turn on the radio, put a CD or DVD on. Exercise or dance to Christmas songs and carols. Rejoice because you woke up on the right side of the grass.
Above all – remember that Christmas is NOT about food and binging. Keep your priorities in place whatever you do. And have a wonderful holiday season. Remember You are worth it, you deserve it, and you are going to become a healthier, happier you.
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