 Prioritize this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving: It's the one day of the year when you might feel as if you just aren't in the spirit of things if you don't stuff yourself into the next clothing size.
But is that really true? Do you absolutely have to overindulge yourself in order to participate in the festivities?
What about seeing friends and family? Isn't that what the holidays are really about?
Sure the food is a great part of the day, and you get some of your once-a-year favorites. But before Thanksgiving Day is suddenly upon you, take a few minutes to prioritize what you want to do with it.
First, there is the time with the people who will be there. Is this a time when you get to see some folks you don't often see? Make sure you spend some quality time with them. It's harder to put food in your mouth when you're conversing.
What about kids? Will there be kids there that you don't usually get to spend time with? How about being that cool relative that spends time with them doing what they like to do? Color a page in a coloring book, or even better, take them outside to play and get a little activity in for yourself.
And of course, there is the food. Again, prioritize. Don't waste calories on non-favorites or things you can have any other day. If your sister-in-law makes a fantastic stuffing you get only on Thanksgiving, be sure to have some. But mashed potatoes? You can get those at the local diner - why bother?
Also, be careful with the liquid calories. These are essentially sugar, whether it's alcohol, eggnog or juice. They are usually less satisfying and it's easy to end up consuming a lot of them.
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