MIND&BODY SCAN WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES & EVENTS AT THE CLUBHOUSE! ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY STRESS By Dr. Pamela June The holiday season, while full of joy and celebration, can also bring a significant amount of stress. It's important to remember to take care of yourself amidst the hustle and bustle. Here are Six Do’s and Don’ts for managing holiday stress. 1. Don’t ignore any sense of loss. Do acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to grieve if you're missing loved ones. This is necessary and is integral to healthy grieving. 2. Don’t stay alone. Do reach out, connect with others and/or volunteer. Doing so can provide support, purpose and joy. 3. Don’t overdo it. Do set realistic expectations regarding holiday activities to help prevent exhaustion and/or disappointment. 4. Don’t be afraid to say “no”. Do create a budget and stick to it for gifts and festivities to keep financial worries or overextending yourself from adding to the stress of the season. It’s perfectly okay to say no to events that don't fit into your schedule or budget. 5. Don’t forget to breathe. Do take time for yourself, whether it's a quiet moment with a book, silent meditation, or a short walk, self-care is key to managing holiday stress. 6. Don’t forget basics stress management skills. Do keep these basic stress management skills in mind including: getting enough sleep, consuming a generally healthy diet, drinking caffeine in moderation and doing some form of exercise. The holidays are a time to enjoy, not endure, so give yourself permission to do what's best for you. Remember the essence of the holidays is to embrace the Reason for the Season and to foster the Spirit of the Season in sharing joy, kindness, love and generosity. TRIVIA Join us every Sunday in December at the Clubhouse Ballr oom for Trivia! It is only a $1 and all funds go to the top 3 winning tables! Doors open at 6 pm and the game starts promptly at 7. Teams of up to 8 players work together to answer the questions. Don’t worry if you don’t have a team; facilitators will gladly help you join a table. See you for Friends, Fun and Food on Sundays at Trivia! LORRIE’S LINE DANCING All classes in December will be on Thursdays at the HFC. 1 pm Beginner Class, 2 pm Improver Class. December 26 will be a combined Class Dance. Come join us in December to learn line dancing to some Christmas Music. Everyone is welcome to join us. Line dancing is a fun way to keep moving while having fun. TAP JAMMERS Facilitator: Julie Bombard (jbombard73@gmail.com) Fridays, 10 to 11am at the HFC Sport Court or Clubhouse Stage. Free! Email Julie for information and updated class venue. LINE DANCE: NEWBIES & BEGINNERS Instructor: M. Christine Baxter Tuesdays 7 to 8 pm: Newbies (no experience needed) 8 to 9 pm: Beginners (basic steps known) Thursdays 9 to 10 am: Newbies (no experience needed) 10 to 11 am: Beginners (basic steps known) Come out for the first hour, stay as long as you like. Our main goal for each hour is to have fun and enjoy the exercise of line dance. Remember to bring your own water for hydration. There is no cost involved, just be ready to have a good time.
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