Welcome to this week’s episode of the Superwoman Code, where we dive into strategies for designing a life that works for you, not against you. Today, we're tackling a crucial topic as we approach the holiday season: Decreasing Holiday Burnout.

Key Takeaways In Today's Episode:

1. Blackout Dates: Borrowing from hotel chains, we implement blackout dates in our family calendar. These are days where we don't plan anything and allow ourselves to recover. We strategically plan these, especially during the holiday season, to ensure we have time to relax and recharge.

2. Shared Responsibility in Gift Planning: To reduce the mental load, we use an Excel spreadsheet (eg, our handy AirTables) to track gifts, ensuring the responsibility doesn't fall on one person. This approach allows us to split the task of purchasing and organizing gifts, making it a shared and more manageable effort.

3. Quiet Time Implementation: Inspired by preschool routines, we've incorporated quiet time into our daily schedule. This means a period during the day where everyone engages in calming, individual activities. It’s crucial for maintaining a sense of peace and preventing burnout.

4. Reducing Cleanup Effort: Simple yet effective – using paper plates during the holiday season can significantly cut down on cleanup time, giving you more moments to relax and enjoy with family.

5. Prioritizing What Matters Most: Inspired by Kendra Adachi's philosophy from "The Lazy Genius" podcast, we focus on what's truly important to our family. This involves asking what matters most to each family member and planning our activities and traditions around these preferences.

We also discuss our unique tradition of gifting our tiny human's eight presents each, labeled with specific tags like "something you need" or "something to read," ensuring a balanced and meaningful gift-giving experience.

As we wrap up the year, this episode is all about finding joy and restfulness amidst the holiday hustle. Let’s make this season less about stress and more about celebrating what truly matters.

Resources:

• The Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra Adachi

Remember, the key to a joyful holiday season is not just about managing tasks but about creating moments of rest and togetherness. Happy holidays, and here’s to a burnout-free end of the year.

 

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