Organize Your House: December 2014

The holiday season is usually a busy time for most people. It can be very stressful. All of the preparations for the holidays can easily deplete your energy. You can become physically and emotionally tired around Thanksgiving and Christmas. Your schedule may include: meal planning, baking, Christmas shopping, gift wrapping, holiday parties and entertaining. Time management is essential this time of year. You will want to schedule and plan your activities so you have some time to relax.

Good organizational skills can help you. You can begin by sitting down with your family at a meeting to find out what specific activities they are involved in during the holiday season. If there are rehearsals for a school musical or play, or special plans for volunteer work, make sure you include them on your family schedule. You may decide to schedule a few vacation days away from work, so you have amble time to complete all of your holiday preparations.

It is essential to keep your daily routine in balance, so you do not get exhausted or emotionally overwhelmed. Don’t commit to more social activities than you can attend, or be encouraged to host your own holiday event if you don’t have enough time. Once you have established your schedule with your family, try not to make any unnecessary changes to it without checking with them first.

Successful holiday shopping involves a great deal of careful planning. A well-prepared list can save you time and money. Keep in mind the season is about family togetherness and not about how much money you can spend on impressive gifts.

Do yourself a favor and keep your holiday decorating simple. Elaborate decorations can quickly consume your valuable time. If you do decide to decorate big during this holiday season, make sure you complete it before all of your parties and gift shopping.

Organize and plan your holidays wisely so that you won’t become too stressed, tired or exhausted. A little advanced planning can go a long way to help you enjoy your Christmas season!