Episode 20 - ATS - Quick Holiday Tips

Lisa Carpenter, Transformational Life and Nutrition Coach: When it comes to holiday eating, do a weekly overview and plan ahead, considering parties and special events. On days you know you are going to indulge, be sure you are making good choices as well such as eating a healthy breakfast, getting in your healthy proteins, fats and veggies and drinking enough water. Pick your treats wisely - enjoy what you love, not EVERYTHING, and watch your portion sizes. Lisa Sharp, Empowerment Coach and Clutter Expert: Watch your alcohol consumption which not only has empty calories, but lowers your inhibitions and your ability to make good choices. Christmas will be back again next year! When you start holiday shopping and bring the items into the house, break down the boxes/packaging immediately, and have one place for all of the receipts. Stay in the holidays spirit, but avoid going crazy with the spending. Remember to focus on quality over quantity! Jen Turrell, Financial Personal Trainer for Women: Make a gift budget, and stick to it. Create a wish list for yourself and your children and encourage other family members to do the same, to simplify gift giving and ensure gifts are things people want and need. Plan ahead for party expenses such as hostess gifts (chocolates, wine, flowers etc), and plan potlucks. Remember what the holidays are all about! Avoid numbing out with food, debt and clutter. Instead, slow down, take care of yourself and enjoy spending time with family and friends. As always, be sure to head on over to the "All the Stuff" Facebook Group, where you can share your favorite Holidays Tips with the group. You can find out more about our resident experts and their programs on their websites: Lisa Carpenter's Program E.A.T!, Lisa Sharp's The Blueprint Group Program, and Jen Turrell's Money Matters Mastermind.