Foster Youth Holiday Care Package

IL Youth! Christmas is right around the corner. Our team realizes the holiday season may not be the most exciting time of year for you! We hope that these tips will help you work through the holiday season and maybe even give yourself a chance to enjoy it! Give yourself permission to stay well - during moments of sadness and negative emotions, allow yourself to feel what you are feeling. Be extra kind and gentle on yourself, and if you can, apply a healthy dose of self-compassion - talk to yourself like you would your own best friend. It’s not about changing that way you think, but redirecting negative thinking into new ways through mindful practices. Do not isolate yourself - Gather with other ILP youth or friends and have a Friendsgiving! Put yourself at the top of your to-do list - The expression ‘you can’t pour from an empty cup’ means to avoid feeling burnout, you also need to replenish. Try activities like taking a walk or having quiet time. This allows you to ‘fill up y