Managing Holiday Stress with Self-Care

The holidays are meant to be joyful, but for many Americans they also bring stress, exhaustion, and emotional overload. As the calendar fills with commitments and expectations, prioritizing your own well-being can feel like the one thing that keeps getting pushed aside. In this week’s installment of her holiday wellness series, health and wellness expert Heather Jenkins offers a timely reminder that self-care isn’t indulgent — it’s essential.

Managing Holiday Stress with Self-Care

Prioritizing Yourself Amid the Hustle

Between travel, hosting, and year-end demands, it’s easy to lose yourself in the hustle. But your
well-being matters too. Prioritize self-care as it’s a holiday event on your calendar because it is!

Simple Ways to Restore Your Energy

Take a warm bath with calming essential oils, stretch before bed, or say “no” to one thing that
drains your energy. When you take care of yourself, you show up more present, kind, and
energized for the people you love.

A Practical Self-Care Tip

Self-care tip: Keep a small self-care kit on hand with a mini candle, journal, or calming tea to
help you reset when things feel overwhelming.

Giving Yourself Permission to Step Back

A gentle reminder: If you’re feeling stretched thin or emotionally drained, remember that it’s
okay to take a step back. You don’t have to say yes to every invitation or keep every tradition.

Rest Is a Gift

Rest is a gift you give yourself and those around you. Allowing space for quiet moments and
healing sometimes the best way to celebrate is to simply pause and breathe.

At Think American News, we believe that caring for yourself is an act of common sense — and a cornerstone of living well. As the holidays continue, Heather Jenkins’ reminder is simple but powerful: slowing down, setting boundaries, and choosing rest can make the season more meaningful for everyone involved. Sometimes the most American tradition of all is taking responsibility for your own health, so you can show up fully for the people and moments that matter most.

Ready to reconnect with your purpose and unlock your potential?

Follow Heather Jenkins at @calmconnectwell on Instagram for weekly wellness tips, motivation, and mindset strategies that can transform your life. Calm Connect Well believes that true growth starts with knowing your “why” and staying connected to it every day. Heather’s approach is simple—find your center, set your intentions, and take inspired action.

For more insights and resources, visit calmconnectwell.shop and start your journey to a more mindful, motivated life. Keep showing up for yourself, because a purposeful life creates a stronger, more resilient you.