Is Your Stress Bucket Overflowing? 🪣
As the holiday season approaches, life can feel overwhelming. There are gifts to buy, gatherings to attend, and a never-ending to-do list.
It’s easy for your “stress bucket” to overflow during this time of year.
What’s a stress bucket? 🪣
Imagine your ability to handle stress as a bucket. Every stressor—big or small—adds a drop of water. A few drops are manageable, but when the bucket fills up, it doesn’t take much to make it spill over. And that’s when we feel burned out, frazzled, or even unwell.
The good news? You can empty your bucket before it overflows.
The truth? I am not so great at this. Consider this email as much a reminder for me as it is for you.
Signs Your Stress Bucket Might Be Full
Constant fatigue or irritability 🤬
Trouble focusing or sleeping 😴
Digestive issues or tension headaches 🤕
Feeling like even small problems are “too much” 🤯
How to Keep Your Bucket Manageable
I know these tips probably aren’t new—you’ve likely heard them before. But I believe in sharing a message until it truly resonates. We often hear what we need, when we need it.
Prioritize Your Sleep:
Sleep is the body’s natural reset button. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep to allow your body and mind to recover.
Eat to Manage Stress:
Eat magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, nuts, and seeds to support your nervous system.
Avoid excess sugar and caffeine, which can amplify stress hormones.
Schedule Mini-Breaks:
Take 5–10 minutes to breathe deeply, stretch, or simply step outside for fresh air. These small resets can lower cortisol levels and help you regain focus.
Get Help When You Need It:
Remember, you don’t have to do it all. You can delegate, get things delivered, or even consider hiring a person or service to help out with tasks during this busy time of the year.
Mind Your Gut:
Stress can throw off your digestion, so support it with probiotics, fiber-rich foods, and drink plenty of water. Also, be sure to sit down and relax during meals to support optimal digestion.
Create a Ritual:
Whether it’s journaling, yoga, or your favorite tea (decaf Earl Grey, perhaps?), carve out time for activities that refill your energy.
If you’re feeling stretched thin, I’m here to support you. Whether it’s finding natural ways to calm your mind, optimizing your nutrition for stress resilience, or harmonizing your hormones, we’ll work together to keep your bucket balanced.
Let’s make this holiday season one of joy and health, not overwhelm.