Practice
Holiday Survival Plan
Holidays, on my terms.
Any celebration can bring noise, new routines and pressure. Plan ahead to protect your energy and find joy.
Members can fill this in online and keep their answers in their Library. Come back and edit it any time. Or download the PDF to print.
The worksheet, as designed. The same content is written out below.
01
The season at a glance
Shade how much energy each one might cost, 1 to 5.
| Event | Date | Energy |
|---|---|---|
02
Protect
what keeps me steady
Routines I’ll keep
Sensory plannoise, lights, crowds, clothes
Food I can count on
Where I’ll take breaks
03
Enjoy
what makes it worth it
Traditions I actually love
Ways I want to celebrate
Permission slip Tick all that apply
Tick what’s yours- I can skip events
- I can leave early
- I can wear what’s comfortable
- I can bring my own food
- I can say “I’m not discussing that”
- I can rest after
04
Scripts for tricky moments
Words ready ahead of time are easier to reach for.
When someone asks about
, I’ll say
If I need to leave, I’ll say
If plans change, I’ll
05
Reflect
What would make this season feel softer?
For reflection and practice, not diagnosis. Bring it to your next session if you’d like to talk it through.
Sources and credits. SOLA · NEURODIVERGENT EDUCATION & COMMUNITY