Holidays: How to thrive and not just survive them

This year the Christmas holiday season will be a lot different for many of us given the current world situation. 

Maybe the restrictions in travel and group numbers for gatherings will be a welcomed break to what you normally experience during December. Possibly the isolation and potency of being with your nuclear family or just you and your partner for the holidays is more daunting than the usual large family gatherings.

There’s also the possibility a less social festive period could be exactly what the doctor ordered. This could be the perfect time to have more solo time, taking care of your own needs. You can read between the lines with that last sentence. If you need any ‘self care’ recommendations in the form of a silky intimate product that has your needs in mind, please feel free to get in touch with us. 

Whatever the festive season is bringing up for you there are ways to keep you emotionally sane, physically healthy and connected with your loved ones. And, if all else fails sneak away to the loo for a cheeky oxytocin hit with your favourite toy. Just remember to lock the door behind you. 

So pour yourself a glass of mulled wine, unwrap your first mince pie and take a few moments to chew over these nourishing enquiries by Vienna Pharaon, a licensed marriage and family therapist in New York:

1. What’s one thing you need to honour in order to prioritise a healthy routine this holiday season? Some examples include a daily walk, meditating, not overconsuming alcohol or food, or making the time for self pleasure.
2. What’s one boundary you want to set and keep? Some examples include keeping to the budget you set for present buying, certain topics of conversation being off limits or when time-out is needed.
3. With whom will you spend more time and strengthen the relationship? Be concrete in how and where you’ll do this whether it is online or in person. 

Wherever and with whomever you find yourself celebrating this season, we at Sent To Thrill HQ wish you abundance, love and joy.