Let’s Do December Differently This Year
The holiday season is here, and for many of us, it’s a time filled with joy, tradition, and connection. But it can also feel overwhelming when it comes to staying on track with health goals.
Why does this happen? Because our brains are wired to repeat familiar patterns. Holidays are tied to strong memories—big meals, festive treats, packed schedules—and it’s easy to slip into autopilot. This can mean overindulging, skipping self-care, or feeling like you’re stuck in the same cycles year after year.
But here’s the good news: you can break free from those old patterns.
It starts with bringing awareness to your habits and intentionally choosing actions that align with how you want to feel—not just during the holidays, but well into the new year.
How to Approach This Holiday Season With Intention
Here are five steps to help you move through December with more balance, less stress, and habits you’ll feel good about:
1. Recognize Your Triggers
Take a moment to reflect: what situations or feelings often lead you to autopilot habits? Maybe it’s the endless appetizers at a party, the busyness of holiday shopping, or skipping meals because of a packed schedule. Simply noticing these triggers gives you the power to pause and make a different choice.
2. Plan Ahead With Purpose
Go into each holiday event with a clear intention. This could look like building a balanced plate with some of your favorite foods, drinking water between cocktails, or enjoying dessert mindfully. These small, purposeful actions can help you stay on track without feeling deprived.
3. Anchor Your Habits to Your Goals
When you find yourself reverting to old patterns, pause and ask: What choice can I make right now that aligns with how I want to feel after this season? Whether that’s choosing veggies over extra stuffing or stepping outside for a quick walk, small decisions add up to big results.
4. Start Each Day Off Strong
Your morning sets the tone for your entire day. Nourish your body with a balanced breakfast, hydrate, and get moving. Starting the day on a positive note helps you make better choices throughout the day—even during the busiest times.
5. Celebrate Small Wins
Each time you make a choice that aligns with your goals, take a moment to acknowledge it. Whether it’s saying no to seconds when you’re already full or making time for a short workout, those small wins reinforce new, positive habits that stick.
You Have the Power to Break the Cycle
This isn’t about perfection—it’s about creating space for more balance, more intention, and less stress during a season that’s often overwhelming. By shifting out of autopilot and into mindful habits, you’ll set yourself up for a holiday season that leaves you feeling energized and confident.
Want Support To Make This December Different?
If you’re ready to break free from old patterns and create habits that actually serve you, I’d love to help. My 12-week health coaching program will guide you through the holidays and into the new year with ease.
Together, we’ll:
✨ Identify and rewrite the patterns holding you back
✨ Create a simple, sustainable plan for your goals
✨ Build healthy habits that align with the life you want
This is your chance to make this December—and 2025—different.
Here’s to a December filled with more intention, balance, and ease!
