Surviving (and Enjoying) the Holidays

December 22, 2025
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Dana Grinnell

It’s the grand finale of the season — where joy, chaos, sugar, late nights, strong opinions, and so much love all exist at the same time. And if you’re anything like me… this is the week where the “all or nothing” mindset tries to take the wheel.

Miss a workout? Guess I’ll just start over in January.

Extra fudge and a late bedtime? Who cares, we’ll detox in 2026. 

Feeling overwhelmed? That’s just the holidays — push through.

But deep down, we know better.
Healthy habits aren’t black and white.

Every little choice still counts.
A 10-minute walk still supports your body.
A single deep breath still shifts your nervous system.
One calmer choice in a chaotic moment still makes magic.

So this week, instead of “perfect”… what if we aimed for supportive?

What if we gave ourselves grace…
but also gave ourselves what actually helps us feel good?

Here are 6 simple ways to feel more grounded, energized, and wellwithout becoming the holiday buzzkill. 


1. Choose hydration that actually hydrates

Big meals, bubbly drinks, and salty snacks? Great — and also… dehydrating.

A clean electrolyte powder helps your body absorb water, recover faster, and avoid that “Why do my rings not fit?”moment.

Our pick: Electrolytes that are clean, tasty, and kid-approved.


2. Protect your sleep like it’s sacred

Late-night wrapping, noisy houses, early-morning excitement — sleep gets squeezed.

Try a gentle sleep support or a calming nighttime ritual so you can actually recharge before the next round of festivities.

Our picks: Magnesium butter to support nighttime relaxation + sleep essential oil blend


3. Sprinkle movement into the day

No 60-minute workout required.

Walk the neighborhood lights.
Stretch while cookies bake.
Put on Mariah and have a 4-minute dance party. 

Micro-movement counts. Every time.


4. Ground your nervous system

Families are beautiful… and sometimes loud.
Schedules are fun… and sometimes overwhelming.

A grounding essential oil, a slow breath, or a quiet minute in the pantry (we’ve all been there) can bring you back to center quickly.

Try: A calming roller or diffuser blend to anchor the moment.


5. Support your immune system while you celebrate

More hugs, more travel, more shared surfaces — immunity loves a little backup. Think: Vitamin D, elderberry, zinc, vitamin c… the classics.


6. Enjoy the good stuff — fully

This might be the most important strategy:

When you decide to indulge… indulge joyfully.
Not with guilt or negotiation — just pure presence and delight.

Because emotional wellness is part of physical wellness, too.


Your Holiday Week Mantra

Grace over perfection. Support over restriction.

Cheers to a week filled with joy, connection, and extra goodness. 

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