Why are the holidays so stressful?

The Holiday Season can be a joyful time for many. For other's, this time of year can be extremely difficult. If you are interested in enjoying this holiday season and learning some tecniques to help you do so, read on...
We are now in the middle of the Holiday Season. How are you feeling? For many, this time of year is filled with love and joy, and at times some stress; for others, this can be one of the most difficult and lonely times of the year. Why is this time of year so wonderful for many people while it is such a challenge for others? Let’s take a look at the top three reasons…

Holiday Difficulties:

1. Family Time: Spending time with family can be stressful or not having family to spend time with can be lonely.
2. High cost of gifts, traveling and time off of work.
3. The emphasis on food. What you eat, when you eat, why you eat.

Holiday Delights:

1. Family Time: Many loved ones including family and friends have gatherings and spend time together.
2. Giving to others, Going on Adventures around the country (or world) to see family and friends and a break from work, time off to rejuvenate and refresh.
3. The delicious food and the traditions associated with it.

Let’s take a look at each of these issues, both pros and cons in detail in the next blog post with some specific steps to help relieve holiday difficulties.
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