In Tampa, it’s one of the most exciting times of the year. All of us are looking forward to the holiday season when we can rest without any worry about work commitments and mundane tasks. However, you may also be familiar with how easily vacation days pass us in a blur. At the end of it all, if you’re still feeling exhausted, maybe you haven’t prioritized deep rest. To get the most out of the upcoming holidays with your loved ones, here’s how you can find complete rejuvenation in four small steps. Read on below to know all about them.
- Split holiday tasks with your family and roommates: Even during the holidays, we have household chores to do. This is a part and parcel of life, and the holidays may bring up something extra like preparations and decoration. However, you don’t need to stress yourself out about it. Instead, make a list of things that need looking after, whether it is prepping for a festive meal or cleaning your home. Next, split the tasks between family members and friends that live with you. This way all of you get an equal distribution of chores and rest!
- Minimize digital screen time: When you’re at work, your time is consumed by large screens and small. This can take a toll on your eyesight and mind, leading to burnout. When you’re on a vacation, it is the perfect opportunity to minimize screen time to the absolute necessities and let your mind rest. Instead of scrolling, pick up a book you love or listen to your favorite podcast.
- Delegate cleaning tasks to businesses: There are several chores lying around your residence which are redundant and time-consuming in nature. For instance, laundry is something that requires you to separate clothing based on several factors and put in a lot of effort. A good idea would be to delegate this task to a laundry service tampa company. Professionals that do the same task day in and out are quicker, more efficient, and extremely affordable. In turn, you free up space from your schedule to be able to enjoy some downtime.
- Get back in touch with a hobby: There are so many hobbies that we loved pursuing as children, that we lost sight of as adults. However, it’s never too late to pick up on one of these practices this holiday season! Spend a few hours painting, making new music, or playing a sport you are fond of. This is not only beneficial to your emotional health but will also allow you to unwind your mind from work-related stress.
Wrapping Up:
To summarize the above mentioned tips, all you need to do is make an effort to clear up your schedule and make space for yourself during the holidays. This will also help you free up time to get your festive lights and decor arranged well in advance! We hope that this blog helps you find relief from the mundane redundancies of life. Here’s to wishing you happy holidays and happy recreation!
I need to start doing every one of these, especially getting back into a hobby. I feel like I am in front of a computer screen all the time any more.
Yes! I feel the same way.
Another we do during is start early! Gifts, baking, anything we can do ahead so we’re not always in a rush.
Yes! I try to do that as well.
Yes, hobbies help keep me sane for sure. I try to read when I get overwhelmed as well.
Me too. I love reading.
The holidays can be stressful. Thanks for tips to help me relax.
Of course!
Does lounging on my couch with my dog watching Hallmark movies count as a hobby?
It definitely keeps it stress free, so I’d say yes.
The holiday season is always an exciting time of year, however, we can get caught in the stress and shopping rush. Your tips are spot on. I agree with task delegation. That would help free up much time.
Yes, it can be a fun and exciting time, yet stressful too.
Minimizing the use of gadgets is important. These are all really great ideas thanks for sharing this with us!
Yes, it really is.
This is really important, I know I for one don’t prioritise rest. It’s important for us all to try to reduce screen time. Many of us can be in front of computers and then TVs for 10 hours + a day.
Yes, I completely agree.
The holidays don’t have to be stressful. I find that delegation is one of the best ways to help with all the tasks that need to be completed. But as a single mom, that isn’t feasible so I would have to hire help.
Right! It’s great to take a break now and then too just to relax.
I hate the hustle and bustle of the holidays. I much prefer a more relaxed approach. We don’t like to schedule too many things because then it feels more overwhelming than fun.
I agree as well. I try not to make the holidays to stressful.
Just exactly what I need right now. Honestly, I am overwhelmed with all the things I need to do this holiday season and it stresses me out. I agree with you about delegating tasks in that way I can clear up my schedule. Honestly, I am not sure how to fit everything into it. Thank you for sharing this.
Of course! I think holidays can be fun, but definitely stressful. It’s nice to take time out for yourself.
LOVE these tips. Absolutely, I find we are all in a happier flow when the house chores are done and do less screen time especially towards bedtime.
Yes, I completely agree too.
These seem like great steps to take to obtain deep relaxation during the holidays, although to be honest it seems like it would be good to take on some of these outside of the holidays too!
Yes, most definitely!
Loving this post and anything to help with the stress of the season is a good thing by me! Thank you for this one!
Of course! Glad you like it.
Adopting a new hobby definitely is the way to go when trying to relax. Thanks for sharing!
Yes, I completely agree.
Great tips! I agree, split up tasks with other family members or friends. There is so much to do during the holidays, there’s no reason for one person to do it all.
Yes, most definitely.
Yes, this is very important! I really need to have a relaxing time this holiday. I need to go out to reduce screen time.
Yes! The holidays sure can get stressful.