Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs to Stop Stress this Holiday Season

It’s that time of year when we set out with the best of intentions and the highest of expectations for a truly joyous holiday season. But by the time the last week of December rolls around, most of us are all too eager to get back to our regular routines. We are so stressed and exhausted by the whole season that we swear we will do it differently next year!

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs to Rebalance

What if “balance” were the key to really enjoying this holiday season? Of course, it’s important to balance the number of responsibilities we take on and the commitments we make, as well as the expectations we have of ourselves and others. But even the most diligent planners will experience the stresses of the holiday season. Routines are different and consequently their bodies become imbalanced. They’re sleeping less, working more, eating different foods, traveling, engaging in family and social events, not to mention all those hours of shopping and wrapping…

Acupuncture and Chinese herbs are very effective for managing stress, anxiety and depression any time of year, but especially during the holiday season. These natural treatments can make the difference between just surviving the holidays and truly enjoying them.

Winter Reboot

Celebrating the holiday season during winter (for the majority of us) can help with winter doldrums, but our celebrations are becoming more extravagant and lingering. The fact is, winter is a time when the body and mind want to slow down, replenish, conserve energy and rebuild.  All of this outward-focused, frenetic activity – coupled with poor sleep and diet – deplete energy stores and block energy flow. In turn, this leads to extreme fatigue, irritability and sometimes even depression and pain. How much fun do you have when you are exhausted, angry, depressed and in pain?

If you want to manage the holidays AND enjoy them, your body and mind need support. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs reduce holiday stress by replenishing and releasing stagnant energy, supporting restorative sleep and aiding digestion. Then most importantly, these treatments help to balance brain chemistry, decreasing depression and anxiety by increasing the “feel good” hormones like serotonin and endorphins.

Don’t wait until next year to do things differently. Start today by making time for yourself and your health – make your acupuncture appointment today. In the spirit of the season, mention this blog for an automatic $20 savings on your first visit. Who doesn’t appreciate a good and healthy holiday deal?

Wishing you and yours a sensational, stress-free season!