Year after year I find more and more individuals saying to me that they were still waiting for the warm temperatures to arrive one more time before the snow comes. In many ways these individuals did not have a very positive outlook on the arrival of the winter season. What can be done to have a more positive outlook towards the arrival of winter?
1. Put Seasonal Items In Order
Put away the summer things and pull out the winter ones so they are easier to find. Have your outdoor clothing ready to go in good order and repair including your boots, gloves, jackets and scarves.
2. Plan A Few Days Off
Plan a few days off during the winter so you have a special break to look forward to. It could be day set aside for reading or an indoor hobby that your enjoy -- or it could be a ski trip to the Rockies or a Caribbean vacation.
3. Get A Plant
Get a plant to brighten your living or work area such as a plant that flowers or try forcing some flower bulbs indoors.
4. Engage In An Activity That Celebrates This Season
Start or join in a regular activity that you enjoy (or enjoyed when you were younger) that celebrates this time of year. It could be an outdoor activity such as skating, curling, skiing or hockey. If you prefer it could instead be a private indoor activity such as of journaling, reading or quilting.
5. Get Ahead Of Holiday Preparations
Get ahead of preparing for the holidays so you are not rushed later on.
6. Enjoy Some Seasonal Scents
Get a lovely aromatherapy oil spray or candle you will enjoy in your home for the season.
7. Winterize Your Vehicle
If you have one, have your vehicle winterized including getting winter tires put on, the engine tuned up and be sure to include a complete winter emergency kit and blanket.
8. Prepare For SAD (If Applicable)
If you are a sensitive person who is affected by SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), be sure to have your light box ready for use. (For those of you who are unfamiliar with S.A.D., it's a physical condition that happens with the shortening of our daylight hours. In many people this causes depression and fatigue that can sometimes require extra light from special light boxes to get through the day.)
9. Get Cozy On The Couch
Put out a cozy throw blanket for the couch for when you sit to watch your favorite TV shows.
10. Enjoy Delicious, Nourishing Self Care
Bring out your favorite soups and stews recipes. If you don't have any, have fun developing and cooking up some tasty favorites. While you are at it, also stock up on a special warm drink whether its tea, hot chocolate or apple juice / cider with cinnamon sticks to simmer.
(c) 2003 Donna P. Lendzyk
Donna P. Lendzyk is a professional coach and creator of the Overcome Overwhelm System. She coaches businesswomen to Overcome Overwhelm and Achieve Their Desired Results. She is the author of the multi-media "Overcome Overwhelm eProgram." To learn more about her eprogram and sign up for more FREE tips like these, visit her website at http://www.overcomeoverwhelm.com.
Oswego taxi to Midway ..Your ability to forgive those who have hurt you in... Read More
One Friday in November, I began a journey from New... Read More
"A person is limited only by the thoughts that he... Read More
Ever had the sense that there is more to life... Read More
Most of us love to think that our problems are... Read More
I have studied the idea of changing thoughts to create... Read More
When we were children, we were fearless. We would stick... Read More
In many ways the Star War movies are simply a... Read More
It is widely believed that just anybody has the intrinsic... Read More
There is no such thing as failure ? only feedback... Read More
Living without limits. Living your life to the fullest. Living... Read More
Who can control a smile sneaking across your face as... Read More
I will never forget an evening in 2003, when I... Read More
Once upon a time, I was a vibrant, youthful teenager...My... Read More
Have you heard of the FABS? The FABS are quadruplets;... Read More
One thing that is important to realize about thought: one... Read More
What are you holding onto? Wanta quit?There are many things... Read More
Woe is me... life has dealt me a bad hand...... Read More
Are you completely happy in your life right now? Honestly?... Read More
The universe is vast, it's dimensions inconceivable, it's potentialities unimaginable,... Read More
Are you aware of your inner dialogue? If not, you... Read More
Did you know that our thoughts may be influencing our... Read More
One of the most well known books ever written on... Read More
Everyone faces challenges during their life, from suffering the death... Read More
Today, I wanted to mention this notion of self-sabotage.I recently... Read More
shuttle from Midway Morris ..Words, Ignorance, and Casper The Friendly Ghost!Do your best to... Read More
Why do patients who are given placebo pills report that... Read More
What do you do when things in your life don't... Read More
Look at this glass on the table in front of... Read More
"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious."... Read More
Quote of the week:"Of all the attitudes we can acquire,... Read More
Life is an enigma...It starts without our knowledge, grows without... Read More
Look for the positives!Seek them out - those little scary... Read More
At some point in our careers, we may find ourselves... Read More
Are feelings and attitudes the same thing or different? Does... Read More
Positive Affirmations are things we say to ourselves that build... Read More
Using an opponent's force against them is the fundamental teaching... Read More
Often, I've come across individuals who, while in conversation, will... Read More
Music penetrates our mental barriers and influences the deepest areas... Read More
Being the next Carmen Electra or Paris Hilton might or... Read More
Part 1Recently, in a women's therapy group that I run,... Read More
Believe me, today is the most wonderful day of your... Read More
Let's say you're ready to change some aspect of your... Read More
Water is an important tool for magic rituals in many... Read More
No, not that kind.Power and potential are synonymous. Your ultimate... Read More
One of the most important aspects of living a healthy... Read More
Clear Conflict with Forgiveness:Forgiveness is the means to solve all... Read More
Do you ever feel sorry for yourself? Do you ever... Read More
Yea, I know........I hear you saying "that's easy for you... Read More
Who can control a smile sneaking across your face as... Read More
Positive Attitude Tips |