Tips to Stress Less this Holiday Season

With the holidays in full swing, it’s easy for stress levels to hit overload. Between jam-packed schedules in the salon, a waitlist full of anxious clients trying to squeeze in, and balancing a life at home, it’s easy to lose it. Before you have a meltdown this holiday season, consider some of these simple self-care tips to help you reduce stress and cope with the chaos. Prepare yourself for a busy day:

• Get a good night’s sleep, so you are fresh and ready for the day.

• Have a balanced breakfast so you can stay fueled up longer.

• Keep a filled water bottle with you as a reminder to stay hydrated.

• Take healthy snacks with you so you can keep up your energy.

• Wear comfortable shoes so your feet won’t ache later.

While at work:

• Watch your caffeine intake - you want to be alert, not jittery.

• Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated.

• Fuel up with healthy snacks and light meals.

• Avoid sugary snacks and fatty meals.

• Get off your feet whenever possible.

• Take a walk on your break to clear your head.

• Find someplace quiet to meditate for 10 minutes.

• Use breathing techniques to help destress.

When things get especially hectic, remember to breathe. Try this: Take a deep breath, hold it to a count of five, then breathe out to a count of five. Repeat as needed until you feel calm.