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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Contributors, Featured, Holidays, Kids & Parenting · November 10, 2015

Family Holiday Rules: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Holidays Happier


Family Holiday Rules

With the holidays rolling right around the corner, I’m sure you’re already starting to feel the overwhelm creep up. Presents to be bought, cards to be sent, photos to be taken, clothes to be seen to, and let’s not even go to the baking and cooking!

Told ya’.

While we all want the holidays to be about happiness, cheer and warmth, they usually end up being about loads of crazy shopping, stressed out decorating and cranky people at home. Sad but true.

This year, let’s change all of that.

Let’s set some ground rules for happier holiday seasons for the family. Don’t worry, it isn’t as ominous as it sounds.

In fact, family holiday rules are a wonderful way to truly remember what the holidays are all about. Think of them like a mission statement, a decision-making tool. When you’re trying to decide whether you should make those Christmas cookies from scratch or buy them from the store, these rules will come handy.

Okay? Great, here are 5 family holiday rules to help make this festive season a happier affair for everyone! Use these as is or use them as the foundation to make your own family holiday rules.

1. Leave the “Should Do’s” and Stick with the “Want To’s”

Your family holiday rules must do away with what you should be doing to enjoy the holidays and instead focus on what everyone wants to do.

Sit around the family room, sip on some hot cocoa and discuss what everyone would like to do this holiday season. An easy way to arrive at a consensus is that each family member gets 1 or 2 activities of their choice.

Don’t go by what your parents thought holidays should be about or what the neighbors or the moms at school think Christmas and Hanukkah should be about.

Believe in what your family wants and enjoys and stick with that.

2. Plan to Have a Peace-Filled Season

Planning is the key to enjoying the usually busy holiday season. Make it a point to pencil in dates for Christmas shopping, holiday card photo shoots, clothes shopping, baking or any other activities that your family decides to go for.

Having it all on your calendar will ensure you don’t end up packing too much in to a single day which, by the way, is a sure shot recipe for overwhelm.

3. Create Holiday Traditions that are True to You

Holidays traditions that were great for your parents and grandparents may not be the same for your family.

Choose or create traditions that add warmth, love and belongingness for your loved ones.

Whether it is starting a gratitude jar on Thanksgiving or volunteering at the soup kitchen on Christmas eve, choose a tradition that has meaning for your family values and don’t just follow one because it has always been followed.

4. Stay Nourished… the Mental Way

The holidays are definitely a time when the body is filled with wholesome and yummy foods but the soul not so much.

This holiday season make it a commitment to nourish your soul as well by weaving in quiet time, rest days and doing everyday things that refresh you, like going for a run in the morning or heading to the coffee shop to finish reading a book.

Have all family members take some time on their own to reflect, recharge and renew their souls as well.

5. Enjoy the Experience More than the Event

Finally, and most importantly, remember to enjoy the experience of the holidays and not the event. In other words, make Christmas or Hanukkah more about the memories you’ll make rather than the presents you’ll open. Make it about the laughter you’ll hear rather than the stuff you’ll collect.

Family holiday rules can be a fun, simple and effective way to bring back the spirit of love, contentment, togetherness, and joy. How will your family be enjoying the holidays this year?

Prerna-MalikAbout Prerna:

Prerna Malik is the owner of The Mom Writes, a site that offers smart solutions to work-at-home moms. When she isn’t blogging for a living or running a social media agency with her husband, she’s baking cupcakes with her daughter or organizing a closet in her home.  Download her free eBooks on organizing and productivity for busy mom entrepreneurs today!


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So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

#brunch #stl #stlouis #food #stlfoodie #hosted
Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
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