Healthy holidays. Is it even possible? Let’s face it… the holiday season is upon us again! And with the holidays, from Halloween to New Year’s Eve, come lots of indulgent, sugary foods that often leave us lethargic, a little fuller around the middle, and feeling regretful. I’m here to tell you that this year, the holidays don’t have to be like that for you! You CAN have a healthy holiday!   Experience Healthy Holidays: So, I bet you’re wondering, how do you stay healthy during the holidays? Join me in this episode of Healthy Free Life Show as I share simple strategies and mindset shifts you can use to beat temptation and get you through the holiday season without stress eating, weight gain, and digestive issues.   “This plan is going to have solutions for you whether you’re tempted by grandma’s famous homemade pie recipe at your family get together or you’re struggling with a constant barrage of treats all around or you’re wondering what to eat if you’re traveling and on the go… the solutions are here for you.” - Katrina   If you implement these healthy free life tips, you’ll have the capacity to celebrate what the holidays are truly about, thankfulness, and the birth of our Savior!   Listen to the podcast here...   In this episode about Healthy Holidays, you’ll learn… [02:20] My personal struggle with the holiday season. STRATEGIES: [06:03] #1 – DO decide who you want to be and how you want to feel when you wake up on January 1st. [07:20] #2 – DO drop the rope and release the “should”. Find balance between celebration and relaxation. [08:42] #3 – DO be mindful of temptation and make plans accordingly, so you’re aware of what’s ahead. [12:04] #4 – DO practice awareness with your food. Slow down and savor every single bite. [15:12] #5 – DON'T put yourself on the backburner. Prioritize stress management habits, like sleep and rest. [18:30] #6 – DO always stay hydrated & Keep healthy, enjoyable snacks around. [19:42] #7 – DO spend time enjoying other holiday activities that don’t revolve around food. [20:50] #8 – DON'T focus on your weight during the holidays. [22:44] #9 – DON'T strive for perfection, strive to eat God’s glorious foods 80-90% of the time. [24:16] #10 – DON'T believe these harmful lies! [27:09] #11 – DON'T make, accept, or eat any trigger foods. [29:55] #12 – DON'T feel guilty for not accepting food or throwing away food. [32:44] #13 – DO make smaller portions of food to avoid weeks of leftovers. [34:24] #14 – DON'T shame and condemn yourself. We are not perfect.   Are you ready to put God at the center of your health journey and to finally achieve your health and wellness goals? Join me every week to learn how!     Resources mentioned: Download your FREE Starter Kit: kit.healthyfreelife.com Episode 014: Drink Water for Weight Loss: Could it be This Simple? Episode 013: Get Back on Track With These 6 Simple Steps Connect with me! Visit my website: www.healthyfreelife.com Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/healthyfreelife Connect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/healthyfreelife