Receta Guide to Mindful Holiday Planning

Celebrate we will, because life is short but sweet for certain. ~Dave Matthews Band

Mindful Readers, the holidays are upon us! I wrote a post on holiday planning for LIving Harvest, and decided we need one too. It might seem too late to plan, but it's never too late. The holiday season is infamous for fun, food, weight gain and exhaustion. They have a funny way of stirring up emotions that cause us to lose control - so whether you are frantic, ecstatic, lonely, or all the above, know that you are not alone. Here's your guide to coasting through the holidays and enjoying them guilt-free (or as close as possible).

Restaurants and retailers have been planning on maximizing our caloric and wallet consumption for months. With a…