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50 Ways to Find Serenity During The Christmas Holidays (when serenity is the last thing on your mind!)
- Ask yourself…"Am I being too hard on myself?"
- Ask yourself…"What do I have in my life that I can enjoy at this moment?"
- Ask yourself …"How important is it?"
- Ask yourself…"What is my gut telling me?"
- Ask yourself…"Are my goals or expectations realistic?"
- Ask yourself…"Am I considering all my options?"
- Ask yourself…"What is it about this situation that I can do something about?"
- Ask yourself…"Who in my family or support circle can help me now?"
- Ask yourself…"What is it about this situation that I can manage?"
- Ask yourself…"What can I change about my attitude?"
- Ask yourself…"Do I really want to be doing this?"
- Ask yourself…"What needs to be done first?"
- Ask supportive family members for support.
- Trust that you know what's best for you.
- How's your integrity? Are your thoughts, feelings and actions matching? If not, what can you do about it
- Forgive yourself - being angry hurts your soul.
- Forgive someone - being angry uses lots of energy.
- Buy yourself some flowers or send yourself a card! Happiness is - enjoying what you have.
- Change negative self-talk into positive affirmations - I am and not I'm not.
- Tell someone who cares about you what is bothering you.
- Call a friend - to talk or go out with.
- Call someone - to let them know that you are thinking about them.
- Call someone - Go out to lunch, for coffee or for a walk.
- Breathe - take 3 deep breaths. Hold it to the count of 3. Slowly exhale. Do this 2 times or until you calm down
- Go to the movies, a concert or a play.
- Call a friend for support.
- Find a quiet place to read a book.
- Get a - massage, manicure or pedicure.
- Connect - Join a club or organization. Volunteer in some way.
- Make a list of the 10 things you're tolerating.
- Read a book for 30-minutes.
- Write a list of the things you are grateful for.
- Learn how to say NO! (Without feeling guilty!)
- Do absolutely nothing!
- Sit down. Possibly listen to some enjoyable music with a cup of your favorite beverage.
- Rent a movie that makes you laugh.
- Speed up or slow down. Only you know which you need to do!
- Get enough sleep - take a nap if you need to.
- Exercise - go for a walk by yourself or with someone you love. Do whatever type of exercise you're willing to do.
- Spend 30 minutes doing something you really, really enjoy.
- Purchase something - that you can afford and want.
- Do something on your "To Complete" list - or start a list.
- Find a quiet place - go into the bathroom and lock the door if you must! Close your eyes for a few moments and think about something positive.
- Do something special for someone else - and don't tell them what you did!
- Draw or colour. Remember that your children's books belong to them so ask permission!
- Meditate or pray - By yourself or as part of a group.
- Remember - what your life purpose is.
- Remember - that no one is perfect.
- Saying "no" to others often means saying "yes" to yourself!
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Would you like your very own copy of Serenity Cards? Free download available at http://www.coachmaria.com/documents/serenitycards.pdf © 2004 Maria Marsala, Business Builder and former Wall Street Trader
