#6 - Before the big family gathering, take some quiet time out for yourself. Sit down with your day planner and schedule the next year of fitness goals. Having your personal goals fresh in your mind, will help you stay on track when the Christmas pies are served and someone asks "do you want whip creme on top?"Setting goals does not have to wait until the clock strikes midnight on New Years Eve. Have them planned and written down out ahead of time. It's also less stressful to know what direction you are heading for the up coming year.
#7 - This is an easy step and I want ALL of you to do it. Yes, even you men. Take a bath and relax. Breath before the parties and look back on where you have come this last year with your fitness and health. Be proud of all the workouts and healthy food choices. Attend the Christmas party in something new. Don't just throw on jeans and a sweatshirt. Buy a new shirt or sweater. Ladies maybe a new "little black dress". Without a word, you will lead by example. When family who hasn't seen you in a long time, can physically see all you have achieved, they will be wowed. Even if you aren't where you want to be yet, be proud of where you have come. It will make you feel great during the party. It may also keep your hands out of all the extra snacks as you look down and realize how good you feel and look. 
#8 - When you are asked to bring a dish to pass bring something healthy. Make sure you try the recipe first so you don't bring something healthy but dry and lacking flavor. Bring a dish that everyone will like and may not even know it's healthy. Then when they ask what is in it you can tell them how you made it and it's low in calories. This may impress them enough to try and make healthier choices as well. Again, remember, this is not the time of year to be shoving fitness down your families throat. Just good healthy food.
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