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Before we dive in, download your FREE guide: “How to Protect Your Blood Sugar During the Holidays.” This helpful resource offers 10 simple, realistic strategies to enjoy holiday treats without sending your blood sugar levels skyrocketing.
The Holiday Blood Sugar Struggle Is Real
If you’ve ever tried to manage your blood sugar during the holidays, you already know it can feel nearly impossible. Between cookies, parties, big family meals, and late nights, your usual routine gets tossed aside, and your blood sugar often follows.
But here’s the good news: you can enjoy the holidays without feeling restricted or overwhelmed. This guide will help you do just that.
My Story: From Taking My Health for Granted to Taking My Health Back
It’s no secret that I used to take my health and my body’s resilience for granted.
I was the woman who never really had to worry about her weight.
Even after having five children, I always seemed to bounce back.
Running almost every day kept me feeling strong, centered, and calm.
But looking back, I now know I wasn’t just running for fitness. I was running from stress, from unprocessed emotions, and from the warning signs my body was quietly trying to send me.
Sound familiar?
The Shift: Moving From Reactive to Proactive Health
Most of us don’t start paying attention until something goes wrong.
Maybe it’s a lab result that surprises you.
Maybe you feel exhaustion you can’t shake.
Maybe your cravings feel out of control.
That’s reactive health, waiting for a problem before acting.
Proactive health, on the other hand, means listening to your body, making small intentional adjustments, and creating habits that protect your well-being before issues escalate. When we choose to be proactive, we’re really saying:
“I love myself enough to care today, not just when it hurts.”
Common Warning Signs We Often Ignore
Your body is constantly communicating with you.
Here are some subtle messages many people dismiss:
- Constant fatigue or brain fog
- Cravings that feel impossible to control
- Skipping meals and then overeating later
- Sleep struggles or rising anxiety levels
- Numbness, tingling, or unexplained weight changes
These aren’t annoyances; they are signals. Your body is gently asking you to slow down, breathe, and listen.
Three Small Proactive Habits to Start This Week
Let’s keep things simple and doable. Try incorporating these three habits into your routine:
1. Morning Ritual
Start your day with intention.
Include:
- A moment of gratitude
- A glass of water
- Five minutes of gentle movement or prayer
Your body wakes up best when your mind and spirit wake up too.
2. Midday Check-In
Pause and ask yourself:
“How do I feel right now, physically, mentally, and emotionally?”
This awareness helps you adjust before burnout or cravings take over.
3. Evening Reset
Before bed:
- Unplug
- Breathe
- Write down one small win from the day
Even if that win is, “I showed up for myself.”
Don’t Forget Your Free Guide! Download “How to Protect Your Blood Sugar During the Holidays” to discover 10 practical, realistic tips for a healthier, happier season. This guide is your roadmap to feeling confident and in control, even when the holiday treats start calling your name.
Let’s Continue the Conversation
Let us know in the comments: What’s one healthy habit you want to stay consistent with this holiday season? Be sure to share this post with someone you love. Until next time, my friend, take care of yourself and each other.
With Peace & Love,
Renee
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