The Holidays: Stress-Free
- Date: 2007-11-30 - Word Count: 400
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Thanksgiving is over and the holiday shopping season is in full swing. As your calendar fills up with holiday parties, shopping sprees, and family obligations, it's normal to start feeling a little (if not very) stressed. There are several ways you can deal with - or even avoid - holiday stress.
Stay out of holiday debt
If you didn't save up for Christmas presents, don't resort to the credit card. Spending more money than you have will only add to your stress levels. Instead, know your spending limit. Make a list of everyone you plan to buy for and determine how much you can spend on each of them to stay within that limit. Moderately priced gifts that are chosen with care are better than expensive ones that the recipient may never use. Don't feel like you need to buy for everyone; make some presents like cookies, candy, bread, or crafts.
Stay organized
This will help you avoid forgetting something or panicking last minute. It will also help you avoid last minute purchases that you can't really afford.
Keep moving
Exercise continues to be one of the best stress relievers. Even if you tend to work out on a treadmill, try to get outside for some fresh air. Sunlight can brighten your mood almost as much as exercise.
Eat well
Indulging in that fifth cookie will not make you feel better. It might seem hard at this time of year, but you can continue your healthy habits throughout the holidays. Eat healthy snacks throughout the day and you'll avoid indulging in something you wish you hadn't.
Don't get too ambitious
Many people take on more than they can handle, which leads to stress. Don't commit to more parties than you have time for, or tell your kids that you'll help them build a gingerbread mansion. And if you do get in over your head, remember that things don't have to be perfect. If you're cooking the big holiday meal, don't be afraid to ask for lots of help.
Allow more time than you need
Overestimate the amount of time you'll need to finish a project, travel somewhere, or cook. Then slow down, take a deep breath, and be courteous to those around you.
Justin & Rachel Lukasavige are Personal and Health Coaches at Lukas Coaching. Visit www.lukascoaching.com/resources.htm for a ton of free tools to help you improve your health, finances, business, career & life!
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Stay out of holiday debt
If you didn't save up for Christmas presents, don't resort to the credit card. Spending more money than you have will only add to your stress levels. Instead, know your spending limit. Make a list of everyone you plan to buy for and determine how much you can spend on each of them to stay within that limit. Moderately priced gifts that are chosen with care are better than expensive ones that the recipient may never use. Don't feel like you need to buy for everyone; make some presents like cookies, candy, bread, or crafts.
Stay organized
This will help you avoid forgetting something or panicking last minute. It will also help you avoid last minute purchases that you can't really afford.
Keep moving
Exercise continues to be one of the best stress relievers. Even if you tend to work out on a treadmill, try to get outside for some fresh air. Sunlight can brighten your mood almost as much as exercise.
Eat well
Indulging in that fifth cookie will not make you feel better. It might seem hard at this time of year, but you can continue your healthy habits throughout the holidays. Eat healthy snacks throughout the day and you'll avoid indulging in something you wish you hadn't.
Don't get too ambitious
Many people take on more than they can handle, which leads to stress. Don't commit to more parties than you have time for, or tell your kids that you'll help them build a gingerbread mansion. And if you do get in over your head, remember that things don't have to be perfect. If you're cooking the big holiday meal, don't be afraid to ask for lots of help.
Allow more time than you need
Overestimate the amount of time you'll need to finish a project, travel somewhere, or cook. Then slow down, take a deep breath, and be courteous to those around you.
Justin & Rachel Lukasavige are Personal and Health Coaches at Lukas Coaching. Visit www.lukascoaching.com/resources.htm for a ton of free tools to help you improve your health, finances, business, career & life!
www.lukascoaching.com
For more free columns and articles, visit www.lukascoaching.com/articles.htm
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