How I Navigate Christmas Day Without Feeling Stuffed, Sluggish, or Guilty
I navigate Christmas Day in a way that lets me enjoy the food, the people, and the moment with zero stress - and without ending the day stuffed, sluggish, or guilty.
I Start the Day Grounded, Not Hungry
I do not skip breakfast.
I start the day with a protein-forward breakfast and I hydrate.
I Choose Plates Over Grazing
Christmas kitchens invite all-day snacking.
I still enjoy the food, but I try to sit down and make plates rather than graze nonstop.
This helps me:
Actually enjoy what I am eating
Notice when I am satisfied
It is not about limiting food. It is about eating with intention.
I Prioritize Protein
Protein is my anchor every day - holidays included.
I make sure there is some protein on my plate first. Turkey, ham, roast, eggs, whatever is being served.
When protein comes first, everything else naturally balances out.
I Eat the Foods I Actually Love
I do not eat food just because it is there.
If something does not look good or I know I will not really enjoy it, I skip it. That simple filter removes so much unnecessary eating.
I would rather fully enjoy the foods I love than mindlessly eat things that do nothing for me.
I Move My Body
I do not skip my morning strength training.
I add in a short walk, stretching, playing with the kids, or getting outside for fresh air. It helps my digestion, energy, and mood.
I Do Not Let One Day Turn Into a Week
This is the biggest difference.
Christmas is one day.
I enjoy it. I stay present. And the next day, I return to my normal rhythm.
No restriction. No starting over. Just consistency.
What This Has Taught Me
Holiday balance is not about discipline.
It is about structure, awareness, and support.
Most moms do not need another plan. They need someone to help them stay grounded in real life, especially during busy seasons.
That is exactly why I do what I do at Mailoha Kitchens Health.
If you want to enjoy holidays without the physical crash or mental spiral, this is possible. And it does not require perfection.
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