Do This When You’re Not Okay

To Save A Life is helping us save our sanity this year. They've put together a great little printable list to help you take a moment and think about yourself. Then, do what you need to do to take care of yourself.

It's easy to get wrapped up in taking care of our families and forget about ourselves during the crazy holiday season. But if we don't step back and remember to care for ourselves, things can get bad.

So here's what to look out for:

Are you hydrated? If not, have a glass of water.

Have you eaten in the past three hours? If not, get some food — something with protein, not just simple carbs.

If nighttime: are you sleepy and fatigued but resisting going to sleep? Put on pajamas, make yourself cozy in bed with a teddy bear and the sound of falling rain, and close your eyes for fifteen minutes — no electronic screens allowed. If you’re still awake after that, you can get up again; no pressure.

Have you said something nice to someone in the past day? Do so, whether online or in person. Make it genuine; wait until you see something really wonderful about someone, and tell them about it.

Have you moved your body to music in the past day? If not, do so — jog for the length of an EDM song at your favorite BPM, or just dance around the room for the length of an upbeat song.

Have you been over-exerting yourself lately — physically, emotionally, socially, or intellectually? That can take a toll that lingers for days. Give yourself a break in that area, whether it’s physical rest, taking time alone, or relaxing with some silly entertainment.

If you're feeling like you're really not okay, the holiday stress has really gotten to you, and you realize you haven't done anything for yourself lately…

Take a break, even if it's just five minutes. Have a cup of coffee, paint your nails, doodle on a piece of paper, read some jokes…. anything to recharge your batteries.

Still not sure if it's time to take a break and take care of yourself? Check out the rest of the list at To Save A Life to find out for sure.