Stress Management: Prioritize Invitations. Attend Only to the Events you Really Want to

Try to make the holidays less about how the songs and decorations are telling you to feel.”“People can get depressed around the holidays, especially those who have specific feelings attached to [the time of year],” explains Goldstein. “If you are not feeling like spreading ‘joy to the world,’ you might end up even more depressed because you couldn’t rise to the occasion.” How to Keep It in Check Instead of forcing your holidays to fit a certain stereotype, try to enjoy the days as they come. This is particularly important when you get overtaxed socially—listen to what your body and mind are telling you, and try to find moments of peace when you get overwhelmed. “Holidays are a time to rest, relax and take time off from work to spend with family and friends,” “Implement daily self-care when your to-do list gets long. Don’t sacrifice working out for errands. Remember to eat healthfully and don’t skip meals.” And although ’tis the season for giving, it’s O.K. to sometimes say no if it means saving your sanity. http://www.learnvest.com/2014/11/holiday-stress-management-tips/4/