Focus on This

Do Less and Enjoy More During the Holidays

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Dec 1, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed by the holidays? Discover how to lighten your load with four actionable strategies! Start by defining your non-negotiables and eliminating nonessential tasks. Learn to say no to social events without guilt and creatively delegate responsibilities at home and work. Embrace procrastination strategically by pushing deadlines to January. Simplify self-care with small habits and curate a Not-To-Do list for clarity. This holiday season, focus on what truly matters and create breathing room for yourself!
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Pick Two Or Three Non-Negotiables

  • Write a complete brain-dump list of everything you think you must do this month and scrutinize it ruthlessly.
  • Choose two or three true non-negotiables to focus on and accept you won't get everything done.
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Eliminate Noncritical Commitments

  • Eliminate tasks and events that aren't critical this month and say no to low-value invites.
  • Every no creates space for something that matters more to you.
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Clear Your Calendar Ruthlessly

  • Cancel or postpone recurring meetings that add little value and convert meetings to emails when possible.
  • Make December a clearance sale for meetings to free calendar space.
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