Six Ways To Stay Calm And Relaxed During The Holidays


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Fall is here which means Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and New Year's Day are just around the corner. The holiday season is usually filled with joy and happiness. But all the shopping, spending, cooking, family gatherings and chores do cause stress. Here are six tips to help get you through the holidays.

1. Be Realistic - Don't try to do too much. Pace yourself. Be organized. Make a list of your most important activities and focus on those, don't worry about the rest.
2. Tell yourself it's ok to feel sad or lonely - Just because it's the holidays doesn't mean you have to be happy all the time.
3. Help Others - Volunteer at church or a community center. Helping others helps you remember what the season is really all about.
4. Find Free Activities - It's not all about money. For example, you can take the kids for a ride to see holiday decorations on homes or in the stores.
5. Don't Go Overboard - It's fun to eat holiday foods, but try to fill half your plate with healthy foods.And don't drink too much alcohol. Alcohol actually makes you feel more depressed.
6. Find Time For Yourself - If your always working, there's no time to enjoy the season.

Following these simple steps can really make the holiday season a lot more enjoyable for you and your family.

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