Staying Grounded & Grateful This Holiday Season 💚

The holidays have a way of sweeping us up in sparkle and chaos at the same time. Between gatherings, travel and to-do lists that never end, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves, to move fast, eat fast and think fast.

This year, I’m reminding myself (and you!) that peace doesn’t have to be something we chase, it’s something we choose. Here are a few simple ways I’m staying grounded and rooted in gratitude this season:

1. Roll Out the Mat 🧘‍♀️

There’s something sacred about stepping into a warm studio, silencing your phone, and simply breathing. I’ve been practicing at Inner Bliss Yoga for over ten years- it’s my anchor in the chaos, the place where I reconnect with my body and quiet my mind. If you haven’t been, treat yourself to a class this holiday season- you’ll walk out feeling lighter, I promise.

I also highly recommend Hope Yoga Studio, another beautiful space for grounding and renewal.

If you’re in the Cincinnati area, Body Alive is definitely worth checking out. They offer a range of fitness classes and a welcoming community vibe.

2. Take Long Walks with a Girlfriend 🚶‍♀️

Some of my best therapy sessions happen on the sidewalk, bundled up with a friend. There’s a quiet magic in the cool air hitting your face, laughter and uninterrupted conversation. It’s one of the simplest - and most grounding - ways to reset.

3. Listen to your Favorite Podcast 🎧

When I need perspective or a spiritual reset, I reach for Dear Gabby podcasts by Gabby Bernstein. Her voice and wisdom remind me to release control and trust that life is unfolding as it should. It’s my favorite soul-soothing companion on morning drives or walks.

4. Find Balance - Even During the Holidays ✨

The holidays are meant to be enjoyed, the festive meals, the desserts, the cozy cocktails or mocktails. It’s all part of the season. The key is remembering that wellness isn’t about perfection, it’s about balance. When I’ve indulged, I love to start the next morning with something that helps my body reset, our Medical Medium inspired Heavy Metal Detox Smoothie. It’s made with blueberries, cilantro, barley grass powder, dulse, spirulina, banana, with a splash of coconut water and orange juice. It helps detox and cleanse my liver and support me feeling better.

5. Turn “Off” by 8 PM 📴

This boundary has changed everything: my phone goes off at 8 p.m. No scrolling, no texts, no “just one more email” or just one more gift. Instead, I stretch, read, or talk with my husband. That quiet transition before bed brings me back to myself and it’s when gratitude really settles in.

 

A Note from Me to You

This season, give yourself permission to slow down. Sip something nourishing. Move your body. Call someone you love. And remember gratitude isn’t a once-a-year feeling; it’s a daily practice that keeps us grounded and connected.

From our Green Farm family to yours, wishing you a calm, cozy, and joy-filled holiday season. ⭐️✨

XX Melissa 💚