cushion the impact’s Guide to Reducing Festive Stress

BY Sue Williamson

Even as self-confessed organisation and time management fanatics, we can struggle a little with the festive season. There’s so much to do, not to mention the pressure many of us feel to have a perfect holiday.

The truth is perfect doesn’t exist, but that doesn’t stop you hankering for it.

It’s time to let go of unrealistic expectations, stop worrying about what other people think and focus on enjoying your Christmas.

cushion the impact’s top tips for reducing festive stress

It doesn’t have to be perfect

The perfect family Christmas is nothing more than a massive marketing tool. The flawless celebrations you see on television, in films and magazines are make-believe – we all know that, but it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of trying to achieve it.

The biggest step towards a stress-free Christmas is to forget the hype.

Do what makes you and yours happy.

Focus on YOUR happiness; not what you think should make you happy.

Go easy on the feasting

It may be satisfying to indulge, and with the turkey, pudding, chocolate and other delights on offer, it’s easy to see why so many of us struggle to curb our consumption.

By all means enjoy yourself, don’t overdo it and end up regretting it in January.

Accept invitations only if you want to

Before agreeing to attend every event, night out and meal you are invited to, ask yourself the following:

  • Do I really want to go?
  • Do I want to spend time with others who will be there?
  • Is there something I’d rather be doing?

Don’t feel obliged to go to an event you really don’t want to attend, but do remember to be polite when declining the invitation.

In a nutshell, the secret to enjoying a relaxing, fun festive season is to listen to your gut feeling and do what makes you, and your loved ones happy.

Forget the expectations, forget the obligations, remember to take advantage of a rare opportunity for some much-needed quality time!

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