Christmas is fast approaching and if you are anything like me, you’d leave all your Christmas shopping for the last minute. You’d brainstorm plenty before hand, oh yeah, but procrastinate the ultimate action step to the very last minute. We are never as efficient as when we work under a tight deadline, right? It is kind of true, but with what level of stress though? This year feel free to keep procrastinating as much as you want, but drop the stress level. Even better: replace it with excitement, because everything will come together if you follow one simple tip: buy local! Here is a very good read on the topic that outlines some of the benefits of supporting local businesses which run deeper than merely putting money back into the local economy.
Why buying local would reduce your Christmas shopping stress level?
1) It provides you with a sense of satisfaction;
2) It avoids you the full immersion in a fierce crowd of frentic shoppers: small shops away from big shopping centres always offer a more personalised and peaceful experience (even at Christmas);
3) You will find more unique, quality and valuable presents for your close and loved ones.
Now if you are struggling with ideas, may I make a suggestion: choose an experience rather than a “thing” or “object”…
These days everybody has already so much “stuff”, on the other hand, an experience is truly invaluable. How about giving the Gift of Yoga to someone who needs it?! And when I say “yoga”, let me clarify, this broadly includes: relaxation/restorative yoga, meditation, breath work, chair yoga for older or less mobile people, or of course the usual asana practice (postures), or a combination! Make it totally your own. The Beyoutiful Yoga Gift Certificates can be redeemed for a private session with 1, 2 or more participants, it can also be redeemed for a pass to Yoga in French or to Yoga in the Park! Please contact me to inquire about Gift Certificates, they are truly “beyoutiful”, check for yourself below…
I hope that helped! Happy local shopping!! Wishing you a wonderful Summer and holiday season!!! :-)