The holiday season and stress go together like pumpkin pie and whipped cream. You can’t have one without the other. But, there is hope! In today’s blog, we’re going to cover some of the very best ways that you can de-stress before and during the crazy holiday season. While it’s important to make sure that things go smoothly for your guests and family, it is just as important to take some time to make sure you are taking care of yourself. If you have any tips or suggestions, please let us know in the comments.

Create Calming Routines Before the Season Begins

If you can get some stress-reducing habits in place now, then you will have a strong foundation for de-stressing once the holidays hit full stride. 

• Take a walk for at least 10 to 15 minutes every day. Whether it’s in the morning or in the evening as you are winding down for the day, taking a short walk can help you re-center and feel relaxed while also getting some much needed exercise.
• Build a daily wind down routine. As you are getting ready for bed, take 10 to 15 minutes to enjoy a warm beverage or meditate or read a good book. Something that will help you relax and get ready to finish the day in a less stressed way. 
• Practice saying “no” without feeling guilt. Many of the things that stress us out the most in the holidays is getting swept up into commitments that we didn’t plan on in the first place or got roped into at the last minute. Allow yourself to say no and not feel guilty about it rather than trying to please everyone at all times. 

Simplify The Holidays Wherever Possible

If you try to do too many things for too many people, then nothing will really feel special or fun because your mind will always be wandering off thinking about the next thing that you have to do or prepare for. A huge way to de-stress is to pare down your commitments and gifts. 

• Think about what events and celebrations that are important to you and cut out a few of the ones that are less important
• If you are hosting, ask guests to bring dishes so you don’t have to prepare everything on your own
• Simplify things when you can

Use gift bags instead of wrapping every present with wrapping paper

Buy pre-made side dishes or desserts

Order gifts online whenever possible to cut down on store trips and to help keep within budget

Pay a niece or nephew to help you clean your house and yard before a big party instead of trying to do it all by yourself

Conclusion

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