On The + Side: Cookies, Holiday Saving and Apple Cider

We’re back with our latest edition of On The + Side, your weekly dose of stories, wellness freebies and tips to stay happier and healthier in times of transition. The holidays are coming up quickly – many of us have decorations up already! – so we are sharing lots of holiday-inspired content with you this week. Let’s dive in!

Positive Focus

What makes you smile? Here are a few articles that sparked joy in our lives.

• We love this story! Two dads in Huntington, Pennsylvania, started a group called Cookies for Caregivers, a group of more than 100 volunteers who bake cookies and other sweets for first responders and essential workers. So far, they have delivered more than 15,000 baked goods since April.
• Looking for fun things to do before Thanksgiving? Check out these family friendly activities in Central Florida for you and your loved ones to enjoy this season.
• With the holidays just around the corner, here are a few places you can still snap your Santa photos this winter.

Wellness Boosts

Healthy mind, healthy body. From self-care practices to workout routines, we cover it all in our weekly wellness boosts.

• While the holidays may feel like the happiest time of the year for some, others experience an increase in anxiety or worsened symptoms of mental illness. Check out this guide for how to navigate the holidays while maintaining your mental health during the pandemic.
• Did you know November 18 is National Apple Cider Day? Here is a quick and easy recipe to test out!
• If you’ve been feeling motivated to add to your workout routine but you’re lacking on time, check out these 14 easy at-home workouts, each of which can be done in 20 minutes or fewer.

For the most up-to-date guidelines on taking care of yourself during this global pandemic, visit the CDC’s website.

Additional Resources

Whether you’re looking for socially distanced entertainment or you want to learn something new, we’ve got you covered!

• Want to enjoy beautiful music from the comfort of your own home? Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra is hosting the Young People’s Concert virtually this year on November 18, perfect for the whole family.
• Season 2 of the Making It Count podcast has officially premiered! Tune in to our first episode of the season for practical tips to help you save for the holidays. Learn more here.
• Working on improving your credit score? In this article from CreditCards.com, we weighed in on how you can boost your credit, which doubles as your reputation as a borrower.

We’ll be back next week with more positive stories and resources to make this time a little easier for everyone. To get notifications when we post a new issue, subscribe to On The + Side.

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