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'Tis The Season To Be...Stressed! 5 Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress

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‘Tis The Season To Be…Stressed! 5 Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress If buying the perfect gift that’s likely out of your budget, baking an exquisite dessert that can could compete with those made by Martha Stewart, attending drunk Uncle’s holiday party, decorating your home to look like a photo straight out of Town and Country magazine, all while managing your usual daily responsibilities leaves you feeling overwhelmed, you aren’t alone.  Stress, anxiety, and depression can crush your holiday spirit and be detrimental to your physical and mental health.  Here are some practical tips to help you fend off the holiday blues:  1. Just Say No.  I recently heard a quote that is my new favorite:  By saying yes to one thing, you’re saying no to something else.  I tried to find the original author, but it appears that many people are taking credit for this brilliant thought.  By agreeing to participate in a 3 rd Secret Santa, are you taking an h...