Holiday Ideas, Keep it simple.~by Dr. Vicky Thomas

Many years ago when my son was 3, we sat at a loaded Thanksgiving table with many family members. We said a prayer where each of us was asked to say one thing we were thankful for. Everyone said the normal things, family, friends, abundance, jobs, and then came my son’s turn. He brought us all to silence when he said, “Thank you God, for all of us, and thank you God for Jello!” (The silence lasted a moment, then the laughter lasted quite awhile.) I thank God for Jello every year now.

Here are just a few simple ways to keep it simple:

1. Each Holiday lasts only 1 day. Relish the time with your family, eat well, but don’t eat till your belly hurts(!) and then get some physical movement going on. Take the family for a walk, play WII, run around the yard chasing your kids, just do it! Play like you were 8 years old.

2. Holiday parties are to socialize, not to binge eat or binge drink (you really look stupid with a lampshade on your head!) So again, enjoy the people, the conversation, eat wisely and enjoy the party. Dance if it’s the activity of the evening.

3. Holiday Stress is only pressure you put on yourself. So STOP IT. Cut out the 200 person gift giving. That’s superficial anyway. If finances are tight this year as they are for so many families, shop after Christmas – adults don’t really care, and children LOVE gifts in January. Pick only the important people in your life, and give a simple gift of love.

4. If you’re promising yourself a habit change for a New Years Resolution, start now. 5-10 pound of weight loss during the Holidays is easy. And imagine how much you could release in January if you lose 5-10 in December. Or if you’ve decided to quit smoking do it now! It’s not easier in January. It’s easier NOW.

5. Truly be thankful. Look around you and recognize the beauty God gave us and all of the things there are to be thankful for. Simplicity is ok. I AM THANKFUL TO YOU, WHO ARE THERE FOR ME! And I’ thankful for simple things – like Jello.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you, my friends, family, and friends I hope to know.

Dr. Vicky Thomas

About Rev It Up Hypnosis Centers

Working to help people find happiness and health since 1998, Vicky believes in the power of the mind in each individual and his/her ability to be whole and happy. “Why Dream Ordinary!” Her newest book, “17 Stories About How Hypnosis Rocks With Kids” is selling rapidly! Her hypnosis recordings have sold 1000’s of copies and are used in hypnosis centers nation-wide. Vicky Thomas has co-produced and co-hosted 3 radio shows in the greater Los Angeles Area: In 2008 the “Mario and Dr. Vicky Show :It’s all About FUN!” In 2009 the “It’s a Pair-A-Docs ”It’s All About Health!” and in 2010 “I-Live Today AV” Thomas holds a Doctorate in Clinical Hypnotherapy and currently owns 2 successful hypnosis clinics one in California and one in Oklahoma. (Soon to be more!) She is Master Trainer of the Master Hypnotist Society since 2007 Her medical outreach programs have focused on pain management, weight management, and pre and post surgical programs. Her small business coaching has assisted many business owners to thrive throughout recent stressful economy situations. Specializing in Weight loss, Smoking Cessation and Stress relief has resulted in 1000’s of happy clients.

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