How to make the Holidays less stressful

Check In December 13th to December 15th 2024

As we approach the holidays season whichever you are celebrating, how do you try to stay non stressful. Our holidays are a tradition, giving gifts making those who receive them happy , making holiday meals just like our mom or grandmothers did. Preparing for the event can bring stress.

The stress we face during the holidays make us go in various directions. It is like we are being pulled in certain ways and make our minds spin with what ifs, should i do this, what if everyone is not happy. 

We can eliminate this by asking for help from family members, maybe the can bring a certain dish the like to make or bake a dessert for the after dinner meal. There maybe a time where we want to do certain things in preparations for the big day. 

We should practice gratitude rather than being negative. Writing a to do list or what we need for dinner will help us have a set plan. Go shopping for things to have so we do not have to run out at the last minute, know which day to being preparing the main course and have it set up so all we do is pop it into the oven the day it is to be cooked. This is where asking for help can come in so it is not all in your hands. 

A good idea also is to do a 12 minute mindful work out to ease yourself back into the task at hand. Notice what comes to mind and do a relaxation method. I try to practice deep breathing in between tasks I am doing. I sit down and meditate, breath in and out slowly.

What are some ways you handle stress during the holidays?

Do you ask for help in preparing the meal for the holiday from family members or friends who are invited ?

Here are some examples of being less stressful:

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