{"id":29323,"date":"2024-12-07T07:38:42","date_gmt":"2024-12-07T06:38:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phoneenglish.es\/blog\/?p=29323"},"modified":"2024-12-10T12:18:34","modified_gmt":"2024-12-10T11:18:34","slug":"manage-your-mental-health-during-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phoneenglish.es\/blog\/2024\/12\/manage-your-mental-health-during-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Manage Your Mental Health During the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festive season can heighten emotions and stress levels, but proactive steps can help maintain a positive outlook. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the article below to help ensure a more peaceful and enjoyable Christmas season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.verywellmind.com\/ways-to-manage-your-mental-health-during-the-holidays-6889414<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What does “to get too deep into something”<\/strong> mean? “Before you get too deep into holiday planning and celebrations<\/strong>, pause and ask yourself what you want the holidays to be like this year.”<\/em> Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does “overindulgence”<\/strong> mean? ” From eating or drinking too much, to spending too much, or even scrolling too much, overindulgence<\/strong> takes a toll on your well-being.” <\/em>Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does “to feel sluggish” <\/strong>mean? “Or maybe you love to eat holiday chocolates, cookies, and candy. But, you regret your decisions when you feel sluggish<\/strong> from a sugar crash later.” <\/em>Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. What are some realistic expectations you could set for yourself during the holiday season to avoid feeling overwhelmed?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. How do you usually stay connected with loved ones during the holidays, and do you find it helps your mental well-being?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. What are some self-care activities you enjoy that could help reduce stress during the festive season?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Have you ever found social media affecting your holiday experience? How might taking breaks from it improve your mood?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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