We all want the arrival of Christmas, however, is inevitable to experience the Christmas stress because in this season many commitments arise; walking in a hurry in those last minute shopping and in many cases, this season instead of peace of mind can affect both our psychological and physical health.
Here we tell you how to control the levels of anxiety and stress during the Christmas holiday so you can enjoy the most unforgettable season. You should follow the same eating routine; eat a balanced diet to meet each of your dietary needs and giving to your body all the nutrients it needs.
Furthermore, sleep the necessary hours; it is advisable to rest to arrive Christmas eve relaxed and with lots of energy. Before bedtime put in place a relaxing routine, spoil yourself with a bath of warm water, take a deep breath, read or listen to soft music.
Establish schedules and routines to organize yourself, plan what you want to do prioritizing the needs and if fails to fulfill them all; Do not despair! Assess the possibility finish them of the next day.
Make preparations for the holidays in advance. Plan the menu for the Christmas dinner; mount the tree. Decorate your home before thinking that everything will be fine and integrate other family members to this activity, assign responsibilities; this task will serve as a relaxation and therapy against stress.
This holiday date is suitable for wastefulness and we often do unnecessary expenses, manage your money by buying according to the budget you have available. Why borrow money for unnecessary things? This will cause you stress and you will have to pay for them later.
One of the main reasons that can lead to stress is the time to go out and buy Christmas gifts, organize a gift list with time and avoid all these hassles that appear when you make hasty and nervous purchases. Do not press yourself to give a gift to everyone! Establish a priority in those that are closest to you; especially children. The most important thing in this season is not give things, but sharing with your loved ones.
We should remember that there are many days to meet friends and loved ones and fully enjoy their company, only you have to be organized and have a little time; this are necessary commitments and visit them in this special date will be worth it. Avoid family arguments and situations that arouse negative emotions, try to maintain a cordial atmosphere and stay out of trouble.
The Christmas celebration is a beautiful opportunity to transmit our loved ones the importance of giving and receiving love; this is the best gift we can offer to all the people around us. Use these holidays to actively meet with joy and spirituality, celebrate and enjoy. Forget the holiday stress!
ALFA