The Energy you want in December Starts in November

We as humans tend to wait until something is off or different in order to make the change. Believe me, I know this all too well (speaking from someone who has an autoimmune condition…). But, I’m here to share with you the preventative to setting yourself up for a beautiful December, instead of a crazy chaotic December. Of course there are things that will be crazy and chaotic due to the time of year whether that be stress due to family situations and dynamics, financial, food, etc. But let’s be real, December asks A LOT from you physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, nutritionally, and e n e r g e t i c a l l y.

If you want a calm, grounded, and actually enjoyable December you have to start supporting yourself before December arrives!

So, ready for the good news?! Supporting yourself now has a huge payoff later. Think: better more steady mood, stronger immunity, more stable blood sugar, better digestion, and a (little) sense of sanity.

Let’s dive into how to build resilience now so that December feels a little less chaotic.

Why Prepping Your Energy Actually Matters

Newsflash: your energy isn’t random, it’s a reflection of your nervous system, your nutrition, your sleep, your hydration, your movement, and your stress load.

So as you can imagine, when you head into a busy season already depleted in some or all of these areas, your body is literally just trying to survive, not thrive. However, when you enter the busy season with support already in place, your body can actually handle more without the burnout.

November = warm up.

Gentle. Grounding. Foundational.

I don’t know about you but focusing on this in November makes me like the month more. In the past I’d be like November is so meh, but when you put these into practice, it becomes more intentional.

Nourish Yourself First: Foods for Stability and Energy

Let’s dive into it right away with nutrition and how you can support your blood sugar and energy for the chaos that is destined to come. In November, focus on the foods that give you:

• Steady energy

• Balanced blood sugar

• Minerals (note: your adrenals LOVE these)

• Grounding nutrients

• Easy digestion

Here are the BIG ones:

1. Root Veggies

   
   

   Sweet potato, carrots, beets, parsnips.

   If fall had a personality it would be a roasted root veggie. Grounding, stabilizing, cozy.

2. Dark Leafy Greens

   
   

   Kale, spinach, chard.

   Rich in magnesium aka the mineral that makes you a nicer person 🤭.

   
   

3. Protein at Every Meal.

   
   

   Eggs, chicken, turkey, beef, legumes, tofu.

   Balances cravings and keeps you full longer so you’re not inhaling the treats later.

   
   

4. Healthy Fats

   
   

   Avocado, salmon, nuts & seeds, olive oil.

   Your hormones and nervous system depend on them.

5. Warm, Easy-to-Digest Meals

   
   

   Soups, stews, curries 🤌🏼.

   Your digestion loves warmth, especially when stress is high.

Your Nervous System Needs this too!

Let’s be real…December is emotionally draining. Your nervous system is the one regulating:

• Social energy

• Expectations

• Travel

• Late nights

• Sugar & alcohol

• Family dynamics (fun…)

So, I’d love for you to try to implement:

• A 5-minute breath practice

• Getting outside everyday

• One slow meal a day aka not on devices or commuting, etc.

• Saying “no” without a guilt essay (no can be a full sentence)

• Creating boundaries around your phone at night. Ex: plugging your phone to charge in the bathroom, setting a timer to go off when you should be off it, having a book beside your bed to read instead of go on your phone/devices

Hydration (iykyk)

Secrets up, we drink less water when it’s cold out. And the worst part is that when we are dehydrated we are tired. Sooooo, step up the water game by having a filled water bottle around you as much as possible and add things such as minerals from electrolytes or sea salt and lemon for better absorption.

One Simple Daily Habit that Preps you for December

Eat ONE grounding nourishing slow meal a day packed with fibre, good quality protein, and healthy fats.

Just one.

Not all your meals.

Not perfection.

Just one solid anchor meal per day that stabilizes your blood sugar and gives your body a baseline.

• A warm breakfast bowl (I’ve been loving gluten free sprouted oats with blueberry compote, cinnamon, coconut yogurt, a splash of coconut milk and a drizzle of maple syup)

• A cozy soup with protein

• A roasted veggie & protein plate

• If needed: a smoothie with a protein and healthy fat

One good meal a day takes stress off having to be perfect and also gives you more stable energy, a calmer mood, and fewer crashes.

So, with all of this being said, December doesn’t have to drain you. If you gently support your body now and carry these practices throughout December, you’ll enter the holidays with steadier energy, stronger immunity, and a far calmer nervous system 🤎.

Peace, love, & organic avocados,

Katie

xoxo