Holidays Are Over... Now What? | Post-Holiday Sadness

All the excitement from the holidays and New Year's Eve is over. You feel that post-holiday sadness creeping up on you. Your family all went back home. What can we do to avoid and help each other get through this sadness? I wanted to come up with a few things to help us get through it. This was the first year I felt sad about the holidays and in part because I faced real "adult difficulties." The every day chores and work responsibilities can get to you, and the holidays became an outlet of escape. Mentally you had something to look forward to and the everyday stuff became less relevant. This mental state was working out for some of us but now that the holidays are over, reality strikes again. NOW what? How can we get through this?  

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1. MAKE A LIST Of Things To Look Forward To

Have you thought about the things you love to do throughout the year? What are the highlights? Is there a specific family party you are looking forward to going? It can be something small or something big. It is important to remind yourself of these events. Now is the time. Make a list or put them in your planner. 

Some people, love to buy new planners at the beginning of the year. You guys want to know which one im currently using? Im currently using this pink one. I love the fact that it is pink! 

I also think this Kate Spade one, has just the right amount of gold. Whether you decide to go for the pink or gold planner. The most important thing is to make the list. :) 

DETAILS (Detalles) : BLACK LACE UP SHIRT | WHITE JEANS (SIMILAR UNDER $100) | LIPSTICK-SAINT GERMAIN | 

2. Make Small Day to Day Goals

 Ok, I'm not talking New year resolutions. We all have those and sometimes they can be too long term. For these small day to day goals you want to focus on things you hope to accomplish in a single day. (nothing long term) It can be something small such as (keeping my kitchen clean or wearing lipstick today.) These small goals can keep us focused all while feeling productive. Try not to make your goal a chore instead make it 
something you would really enjoy doing. Something that turns your day around. You guys want to know a few on my list?  I'll share a few: 

1. Take my dog out for a walk (I have such hard time finding the time to do this. I also really enjoy the outdoors, so this helps me.) 

2. Wear a cute workout outfit even if I'm just staying at home ( I tend to disregard the fact that working out doesn't mean looking like a bum. I have my days when just because I'm trying to squeeze a workout in I feel extra ugly. So not the case.)

3. Watch 20 min of a show before bed (watching tv is a pleasure for me. I don't always have the time to do this. I need to remember to do things that make me happy in between everyday work days.)

3. Make Plans with Friends And Family 

We all say were going to do something but we don't end up committing to it. This is the time to actually plan it. Pencil it in the planner. Go watch that movie you've been wanting to go. Go over a friends house one evening. Visit family for a casual dinner. Try to keep these things 2-3 weeks ahead so that you have something to look forward to in a short time frame. 

4. Choose To See The Positive

Take advantage of the fresh start feels a New Year gives you. Whatever happened last year, what did not happen, it doesn't matter. Focus on the present and the positive things. No matter how bad something was it taught you something. One of the BIGGEST positives is that you get a fresh start. Wipe the slate clean. 

5. Dress to Impress For Yourself

When you look good, you feel good! For the most part anyway. It's easier to feel sad when you're laying around at home in your sweats. Wear something that makes you feel comfortable, powerful, and ready for anything. You're dressing to impress yourself, the most important person of all. 

My two colors are black and white. So what better way then to pair some white jeans and a black top. For those that haven't already noticed I LOVE a good pink lipstick. So this look wouldn't be complete without some pink lips. 

I hope you guys enjoyed this post. We can now stay positive together and tackle those post holiday blues together.. Let me know what worked for you guys!  Please, don't forget to follow me on Instagram  @queenbeefashionblog