Episode 84: 3 Things to Focus on for a Non-Diet Holiday Season

Feeling stressed about all the holiday expectations and rules?

Fear not! Focus in on just a few important areas and let go of the rest.

While we can't avoid the rules and stress of diet and wellness culture during the holiday season, we can we lean into the grace of God when we are with family and everyone's differing opinions on food.

In this mini-episode of the Joyful Health Show, I'll break down three key areas to focus on during the holiday season to reduce stress and enhance joy so God can be glorified during our time together.

In This Episode We Discuss:

You can remember these 3 key areas by the letter C:

1. Christ: Worship and prayer does wonders to awaken your spirit to the joy around you, immediately diminishing stress and worry

2. Community: Notice and appreciate those who are around you this holiday season, even as you might be grieving the loss of others.

3. Common grace: No matter what's on the table or in the conversation, we can all give thanks for how God blesses each of us without needing to earn His love.

Listen in for the 3 things to not focus on this holiday season so you can let more go and let peace reign! May you rest in His grace and find joy in the season.

00:00 Welcome to the Joyful Health Show

00:51 Focusing on Christ During the Holidays

03:15 The Importance of Community

05:41 Embracing Common Grace 07:47 Letting Go of Calorie Counting

09:53 Handling Comments with Grace 15:08 Managing Expectations

19:10 Resources and Final Thoughts

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Resources:

• Christ-Centered Conflict Resolution: A Guide for Turbulent Times by Tony Merida
  Making Room for Her: Biblical Wisdom for a Healthier Relationship with Your Mother-In-Law or Daughter-In-Law by Barbara and Stacy Reaoch

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