Are you already feeling overwhelmed with everything you have to do this holiday season?1. You Don’t HAVE to Do Anything! just because you received an invitation, it doesn’t mean you Have to attend. Years ago, after a particularly grueling holiday season which left me frazzled and feeling nuts, I decided to cut down on the number of events I attend. Solution: Cut back on the events you feel you MUST attend. It’s better to have less events on your calendar and have your sanity intact. (and your family’s sanity, too) At least cut one event out to give you some breathing room.

2. Instead of giving so many meaningless presents, really GIVE.
This year, we decided we really wanted to do something that would help us appreciate what really matters..

• Being with loved ones
• Appreciating all the blessings you do have
• Helping others who need it for whatever reason

Solution: As one of your gifts this season, give yourself the experience of giving. On Sunday, Jeff & I are doing a Teleseminar and part of the proceeds will go to feed needy children in Atlanta! (Organized by someone we found on twitter!)

3. Breathe.

Remember to find some quiet time and BREATHE. While you breathe, think of the small things you have to appreciate right now. Even if it’s just the ability to breathe. Just 2 minutes closing your eyes to listen to your own breath and “hear” yourself again. Go for a 5 minute mini-walk. Go back to basics and remember that this time of year is about spending some quality time with loved ones AND about letting go of the past and looking forward to creating new beginnings.

Remember this is the perfect time to be selfish and get CLEAR on what you want to create in your life and then rolling up your sleeves and doing it!

Solution: Take a deep breathe right now. Refocus on your dreams.

Happy Holidays! Love, Maritza