The holidays are right around the corner. While the festive season can be stressful at the best of times, this year may be especially difficult for many of us. There may be just as much pressure - if not more - but more restrictions and guidelines to follow. The good news is that there are a few ways to ensure the stress doesn't get the best of you this season.
Tips to Handle Festive Stress
- Make a to-do list
Write down everything that you want to accomplish over the course of the season, from events to family gatherings, to decorating and shopping. Try to trim excess stuff from your schedule to avoid overwhelming yourself.
- Mark your dates
Once you have a better sense of what you need to get done, you can start marking out your calendar. Already knowing that you have time dedicated to go shopping or bake cookies will help you to relax a little. Being organized is key to ensuring you get all you want done, done.
- Consider self-care
It's easy to let your healthy habits fall to the wayside this time of year. However, now more than ever, you may need to consider balance. Remember to fit in exercise, eat healthy meals, get enough sleep, and make time for the things that help you relax. Do something restorative once a week, even if it's just running a bath or reading a book for an hour.
- Manage expectations
The holidays can be tough when you feel a lot of pressure from work, your kids, family, and social life. Ensure that you talk through expectations with your loved ones so that you are all on the same page. Help kids to create a realistic wishlist. Enlist some help from family to complete tasks. Schedule time for yourself.
We hope that these tips help you to manage stress around the holidays. To find the right insurance to cover your needs,
contact the team at Little & Sons Insurance Services! Our dedicated team is ready to help you get the personal insurance you need.
