The holiday season can be a stressful one for some.
While many look forward to celebrating with our loved ones, the pressure to go to every party, buy the perfect gift, or make a great meal can easily get to be too much.
To help find peace this season, Emplify Health by Bellin offers five tips to reduce stress and focus on what truly matters.
First, don’t overbook yourself.
Consider saying no to events that don’t align with your priorities.
Also, shift the focus from elaborate gatherings to shared experiences and connections.
Thirdly, set a realistic budget for gifts, décor, and food for yourself and others, and stick to it.
Fourthly, give yourself permission to tweak traditions to create less stress and more joy.
And finally, prioritize self-care by getting enough sleep, eating well, exercising, and putting your physical and mental health first.
Also, remember that help is available if you feel overwhelmed.
Don’t be afraid to turn to friends, family, or community resources for help.
Elizabeth Maes, Emplify Health by Bellin Behavioral Health Clinic Leader, says, “It’s easy to get ‘wrapped up’ in the holiday hustle and bustle. We can all do our part to reduce the stress on ourselves and others to make it a joyful season for all.”
