Holiday Guide: How to Effectively Deal with Stress

Many of us look forward to a holiday season full of joy; however, if we aren't careful, stress can derail us and our emotions during this particular time of year. You can effectively deal with holiday stress by referring to the guide I share in this blog.

The Holiday Season (Can) Trigger Emotions

Managing your emotions is a tip recommended every day; however, the holiday season can be incredibly challenging.?Managing our emotions effectively throughout the holidays?requires us to be more tolerant of ourselves and others. Pack your patience, and don't sweat the small stuff are great ways to reduce stress. Considerable time and effort are necessary to learn to effectively read our emotions and understand how they affect our decision-making and our ability to empathize with others.?Managing them comes next, which requires significant skill, but it is attainable.

How To Give The Best of Yourself Over the Holidays

It is possible to give the best of yourself and find joy over the holidays and keep stress at a minimum. The key is to have a positive outlook. You can retain a positive attitude and perspective if you focus on the good in your life. Here is a blog that I wrote several years ago where I share strategies of proactive ways to increase joy and reduce stress during the holidays. Read more -?How to Give The BEST of YOU Over the Holidays.

Laughter Reduces Stress and Increases Joy

If you want to reduce stress and increase positive emotions like joy this holiday season, you must laugh and smile more. Several years ago, I wrote a blog about the vital role laugher plays in reducing stress,?improving our mental health and reducing negative emotions. Laughter is a gift, a universal language that connects us and benefits our entire body. Read more to guide you through a?-?Laughter is The Best Medicine to Boost The Holiday Season.

Holiday Guide: How to Effectively Deal with Stress - 12 Simple Tips!

To reduce holiday stress, you must consider these strategies:

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Linda Marshall is a Toronto, ON-based Speaker,?author,?Certified EQ Trainer,?Television Host,?and founder of?Marshall Connects.

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