Keep your cool this holiday season with these tension-taming moves.
Here, we tackle six common holiday stressors.
Make a list of giftees and how much youll spend.
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Can you show your appreciation in another way?
But its easy to lose sight of activities youd enjoy versus those that feel like obligations.
Extend the holiday season!
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Not to mention sitting for hours on end.
Keep awater bottleon hand so you’ve got the option to drink throughout the trip.
If youre flying, you could fill up after security.
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Extra Hours at Work
Why is the busy season always so … busy?
If youre logging extra time, your body and mind are bound to rebel.
Reframe the situation overall.
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Zoom out and remember that this wont last forever, Pandya says.
Looking toward the future can give you a sense of relief in the moment.
Or grab those earbuds and take a music break.
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Then tune in to your breath, inhaling and exhaling slowly through your nose.
You love them; you just want to get through the holidays without any drama.
Before you react to a situation, take a moment.
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Youll recenter yourself so you could respond thoughtfully.
Think through potentially stressful situations ahead of time to plan how you might react.
But behind the fear is the sense of empowerment.
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Take a break from social media, too.
Find a quiet space at home and avoid social media for a few hours, Pandya says.
To further calm your nervous system, lie down and put your legs up against a wall.
