Title: Managing holiday stress | US
Headings: Managing holiday stress
Managing holiday stress
Reducing time stress
Dealing with financial stress
Navigating family stress
Other tips to manage holiday stress

Content: Managing holiday stress | US
Managing holiday stress
Published by: LifeWorks, 13th December 2018
According to the American Psychological Association, we all feel stressed from time to time, but the holidays offer their special stressors that can make us feel even worse – such as a family get-together that devolves into a fight over politics or a shopping trip for gifts that maxes out your credit card. Or, you may have many extra tasks and events that need to be squeezed into an already tight schedule. You might find yourself trying to do the impossible in a short amount of time, on a limited budget, and with conflicting demands. Some stress may be unavoidable at holiday times, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Here are some ways to ease the pressures on yourself and others in your family. Reducing time stress
When holiday tasks and events lead to overload, take the following steps to ease the time crunch: Set realistic expectations. No Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or other holiday celebration is perfect. So, ask yourself what part of the holiday matters most to you?