Good morning. The holiday whirlwind is real. But this newsletter is dedicated to making your holidays memorable, without adding more overwhelm.
Whether it’s easy games, helpful stocking stuffers, or stress-busting tips, you’ll find something to bring a little more magic (and calm) to your family. Keep reading, your most joyful holiday moments are waiting!
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Christmas Jeopardy Game That Guarantees Holiday Fun
It’s festive, fast-paced, and will have everyone shouting answers and laughing together in no time.
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” – Maya Angelou
Top Ideas That Make Filling Stockings Easy This Year
Skip the junk and fill their stockings with fun, practical, and budget-friendly surprises they’ll actually love.
Looking for ideas for your bigger kids?
Don’t miss these stocking stuffer ideas for boys and stuffer ideas for girls (both ages 5-18)
Minute to Win It Games That Make Holiday Parties Unforgettable
You’ll be giggling and making memories before you know it with these hilarious games.
30 Easy Breathing Exercises For Kids (& Adults) to Lower Stress Fast
Whether it’s managing anger or anxiety, these exercises work for all ages. In fact, my youngest and I do #7 every night before bed.
What are the four main food groups elves stick to?
Find the answer to this Christmas Movie trivia question at the bottom of the newsletter!
“I can’t keep up.” and “I’m so overwhelmed managing family and work.”
It’s probably what I hear most often from women.
It’s frustrating and disappointing (not to mention exhausting). You’ve organized for the holidays as best you can.
And still, your to-do list is only getting longer.
It can feel like you’re running on a hamster wheel to nowhere.
Look, I get it!
Here’s the truth:
I’m not a tidy person (ask my husband). I hate housework. I hoard paper. And I can get overwhelmed with life.
Sometimes I feel like I’m juggling nine different balls (and I’m not that good at juggling two…)
But when I start to feel like it’s too much, I remember this:
1.Your worth isn’t determined by how much you check off your to-do list today (spoiler alert: your kids are still going to be ok if you forget to buy another gift or say “no” to an activity)
2. Rest and recovery are not your enemy. And hustling till you drop doesn’t make you a better person. It just makes you a cranky, depleted one)
You deserve the space to breathe. And to enjoy this season.
So, take more meandering walks. Talk deeply with loved ones. And find joy in the twinkling lights and traditions that light you up this time of year.
Give yourself the space you need to be happy too.
Today is Christmas Card Day! If you enjoy doing it, it’s a great way to send a little joy to friends and family near and far.
🦋 Watch: The How The Grinch Stole Christmas read aloud with your kids.
🦋 Feel Good: Free streaming music for sleep, meditation, or study
🦋 Aww: movie night
🦋 Healthy stocking stuffers: I want this and this in my own stocking this year*
🦋 Score for your tastebuds: Easy and healthy gift I make and give to friends every year
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Christmas Movie Trivia Answer: Candy, candy corn, syrup, and sugar
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Love always,
Jenn Kropf
Founder of Healthy Happy Impactful
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