December 2012 Employee Wellness Moments: Holiday Survival!

Physical	Environmental
Create an indoor "reindeer" walking path.	Dust off holiday decorations before using
Start an "avoid the elevator" challenge.	Follow safety suggestions for outlets and extension cords.
Have a fitness equipment swap day.	Never leave candles unattended.
Make a list of your excuses for not exercising in the winter.	Keep you first aid kit stocked for minor gift wrapping paper cuts etc.
Journal your best exercise days in 2012.	Map out your destination to parties ahead of time.
Social	Spiritual
Check to see if you have made contact with all of your friends in 2012.	Remain respectful and considerate of the religious choices of others.
Plan to attend a social with at least one new 2012 friend.	Enhance your holiday season with your personal spiritual traditions.
Take time to write those gratitude notes.	Take time for meditation and /or prayer
Regift at least one new gift to another person in need.	Support a relgious leader in your community by offering to help this season.
Check your December social calendar for accuracy and possible overlap.	Make a list of your 2012 blessings.
Nutritional	Occupational
Share mocktail recipes with coworkers.	Respect the schedules of others when planning office parties.
Start each day reflecting on healthy food choices.	Wrap up your 2012 reporting early
Don't skip meals during the holiday season.	Make sure you have the necessary tools to start 2013
Skip heavy appetizers when possible.	Take time to thank employees, volunteers, and vendors for a year of support.
Limit the variety of taste treats at each social.	Change personal greetings and email signatures as needed for the holidays.
Intellectual	Emotional
Make a list of things that you would like to learn in 2013.	Encourage laughter in holiday gatherings
Show or demonstrate your hobbies to another person or group.	Acknowledge the sadness that holidays can bring to coworkers at times.
Select gifts that inspire the imagination this season.	Be extra kind and nurturing to yourself during the holidays.
Brief walks in the fresh air can boost brain power.	Seek support for your new year's resolutions.
Take moments to downsize from too much stimuli	Celebrate the holiday season using your values as a guiding light.