A Gentle December Pause
Finding calm during December can be tricky. December really is an interesting month as it is jam packed with mixed emotions and energies. There can be sparkle and softness — lights in dark evenings, warmer drinks in our hands, familiar songs drifting through shops and homes. And alongside that, there can be noise, urgency, full diaries, heightened emotions, and a sense of being pulled in many directions at once.
For some, this time of year feels joyful and connected. For others, it can feel overwhelming, lonely, exhausting, or tender. Many people experience a blend of all of it — sometimes in the same day! Finding calm during December can look very different for each of us, and however this season meets you, your experience is valid.
Within Systematic Kinesiology, we work with the understanding that the body holds its own wisdom. It already knows how to find balance. Sometimes it doesn’t need doing, fixing, or striving — just a little space, a little kindness, and permission to settle.
What if, instead of pushing ourselves, we give ourself permission to pause (even if just for micro moments throughout the day)?
Not to change anything.
Not to improve ourself.
Just to breathe and be here.
Listening instead of Doing
At this time of year, there can be a subtle pressure to do more — more celebrating, more reflecting, more planning, more caring for others. Even rest can start to feel like something we have to earn.
Systematic Kinesiology offers a gentle perspective. It reminds us that listening and responding lovingly to our body is powerful. Simply noticing how our body responds when we slow down, or what brings us comfort can bring your mind body and soul into a restful, restorative state — an important part of finding calm during December.
Giving something back to ourself can be deeply supportive any time of the year, but especially at Christmas. Below, are 8 easy-to-do, simple tips to support us over Christmas and beyond.
Gentle ideas to Support Rest and Restoration
1. Conscious Breath
Pause and take one slow breath in through the nose, and a longer breath out through the mouth.
There’s no need to change the breath — just noticing it can help the nervous system soften.
2. A Simple Affirmation
Silently or aloud, you might offer yourself a gentle phrase such as:
“In this moment, I am safe.”
or
“It’s okay to slow down.”
Notice how your body responds.
3. Light Tapping for Grounding
Using your fingertips, gently tap the centre of your chest or the sides of your body for 10–20 seconds. This can feel calming and grounding, especially when emotions feel heightened.
4. Kinesiology Front Neuro-Lymphatic Points
Placing your hands or gently rubbing the soft areas between the ribs on the front of the body (often called front neuro-lymphatic points) can support relaxation and emotional balance. Use a pressure that feels kind and comfortable.
5. Bach Flower Support
Remedies such as Rescue Remedy, Walnut, or Olive are often associated with transitions, overwhelm, and fatigue. Choose intuitively, and gently notice how you feel.
6. A Moment of Stillness
30 seconds of stopping — sitting, standing, or lying down — can be restorative. No phone, no intention, just allowing yourself to be still.
7. Connecting with Nature
If possible, step outside and spend a moment noticing in nature.
8. Kind Touch
Placing a hand over your heart or gently holding your own arm can send a powerful signal of safety and care to the body. Touch can be deeply regulating and reassuring.
You don’t need to do all of these — or any of them. Sometimes simply reading about rest is enough to remind the body that it’s allowed. For more tips read here.
Have a wonderful festive time
From all at TASK