Checking Your To-Do Christmas List Twice: Creating a Meaningful Holiday to Remember - Part 2

[Carol Ebert, MSN, RN]

Watch this video then complete the list below.  And notice how COVID might have affected your usual plans this year.

1.  Look over the list below and cross out any preparations that are not likely to be part of your holiday celebration this year.  Add any that have been overlooked. 

Creating the gift list Buying stocking stuffers Preparing for holiday travel Making family advent preparations Shopping for a party Making or buying stockings Buying or making cards Making travel plans Helping out at church Helping out at school Shopping for gifts Making gifts Buying gift wrapping supplies Wrapping gifts Mailing gifts Planning holiday menus Cooking for family reunions Special grocery shopping Holiday baking Planning family reunions Getting ready for relatives

Putting up inside decorations Putting up outside decorations Planning a holiday party for friends Inviting friends to the party Writing notes on cards Cleaning for a party Volunteering for charity Cooking for a party Cleaning up after a party Buying or cutting down a tree Decorating the tree Helping with holiday activities at work Making or buying decorations Cleaning up after the holiday Writing thank-you cards Getting kids to write thank-you cards Putting away decorations Disposing of the tree Taking down outside decorations Other _______________ Other _______________

2.  Now, write the person's name next to each task who is responsible for accomplishing it.

3.  Finally, put an X in the box next to each activity that has little value to you, or that you do not have time to fully enjoy.

4.  What are your conclusions?

More videos in this series

#1: Steps to a Stress-Free Holiday

#2: Checking your To-Do Christmas List Twice

#3: Family and Friends

#4: Your Holiday Fantasy

#5: Managing Holiday Expenses

#6: Holiday Traditions

#7: Appreciating the Spirit of the Holiday

#8: Gift Giving

#9: Children and the Holidays

#10: Holiday Self-Care

#11: Holiday Values

#12: Creating Your Holiday Plan