Title: 5 life hacks for a stress-free Christmas
Headings: How to reduce Christmas stress
How to reduce Christmas stress
1. Limit spending
2. Manage expectations
Be realistic
Help children to be realistic
Take some time out
3. Avoid overindulging
4. Go for a walk
5. Have some fun

Content: 5 life hacks for a stress-free Christmas
How to reduce Christmas stress
Written by Hannah Nichols on December 7, 2017 — Fact checked by Jasmin Collier
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but also a time when stress levels soar. We have put together some top tips to stop stress in its tracks and make the season of goodwill more enjoyable. Share on Pinterest
While Christmas is known as “the season to be jolly,” it can be a significant source of stress, pressure, and conflict for many of us. Some people can feel overwhelmed by the excess, expectations, and exchange and become depressed during the holidays. A lack of time and money, credit card debt, and the pressure of gift giving can often contribute to stress during the holiday season. Most of us are aware of the adverse effects that stress can have on our body. It can impact our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and it can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity if left unchecked. In fact, research has shown that there is an increase in the occurrence of heart attacks and heart-related deaths during the festive season, which may be due to stress, heavy alcohol consumption, a fatty diet, or all three. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that holiday stress is dealt with — pronto. With all the cooking, decorating, visiting, and gift giving, the holidays can seem more like trying to meet a high-pressure deadline than a vacation.