Dealing with Holiday Stress

The holidays are a time for joy and a time for cheer, right? While they might be that in an ideal world, the real world often involves a whirlwind of family festivities, parties, shopping, event planning, and high expectations for the perfect holiday. All of this combined with daily schedules and family committments can create a recipe for stress , and even depression. To keep things in check this year, try these stress relieving tips:

1. Stick to a Budget
2. Keep up healthy eating habits
3. Forget about perfection
4. Know your limitations
5. Be realistic about family expectations
6. Develop positive strategies for coping with stress