2006-12-20 16:07:33 · 16 answers · asked by susan 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Other - Holidays
dont overload yourself with so many things to do at one time. get in early and prepare yourself earlier. get all your christmas shopping out of the way, and remember, dont clam things in because that would create more stress. be happy that it's christmas and soon we will be entering 2007.
2006-12-20 16:19:41 · answer #1 · answered by kristyb872001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a very good question and one that did not provide enough information for a specific answer for your specific situation. Since you made it sound like it could be how I could keep the stress down, I will cover a few causes and solutions.
People stress for different reasons and we all handle stress differently. Stress is not healthy and can lead to serious complications. So this merits some consideration.
So what are causes? Perhaps you feel that too many demands are put upon you? Do you suffer from Anxiety or Depression? The year is almost over and the opportunity for accomplishment is ending, did you miss a goal? Are your frightened over the prospect of seeing family, friends or in-laws? Is money and time are at a premium especially during this time? We worry over getting the right gifts and at the best prices. I believe that many of these causes are related to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. If we have to have everything perfect in order to be happy, then havent we have already set ourselves up for failure?
So what are solutions?
Some people use sex, drugs or alcohol to mask stress, but this does not deal with the causes of the stress. I suggest once the cause is identified that we deal with that cause.
When faced with Anxiety and Depression, what if we stop thinking about ourselves and focus on others? How can we be depressed when we are considering the wonderful people around us?
When we have issues with self-esteem arent we holding unreasonable expectations? Just HAVE FUN and relax. They will love us or they wont. We cannot control or change others. Love yourself before you try to love others. You can be flawed and loved! In fact, who are you more comfortable with? Someone down to earth or someone who appears perfect?
Why would you WANT to be perfect? Why not be the person that you would WANT to be around? A happy, down-to-earth person who is not afraid to be vulnerable and who can admit to mistakes? You already have all of the neccesary qualifications to be your ideal companion! So what is there to stress over? Stop being hard on yourself, and LOVE yourself. (Not only in a physical sense). LIVE already. Your family will love you. Or they wont. But you will know that you are OK.
2006-12-20 16:53:01 · answer #2 · answered by Veronica L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make a list, and check it twice. write everything you have to do before Christmas from most important to least important things. then follow the list, check every thing that you accomplished that way you feel good about your self.
be organized and don't be afraid to ask your love ones,your friends or some hired help to help you with any thing that can make your life easier.
the most important thing that you should remember to help out with your stress is the beautiful memories that you Will have in the future, smiles of friends and family.
be sure to give your self me time, exercise for more energy, do yoga for relaxation and get plenty of sleep to feel rested and fresh in the morning.
goodluck and have a marry Christmas and a fun new years!
2006-12-21 16:13:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
STOP associating the Holidays with a Huge shopping designing spending spree.I do non of the above and i am fine.
2006-12-20 16:16:34 · answer #4 · answered by tt_hot_gyal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. make a list of the people you want to buy gifts for
2. look at your budget
3. cross less important people off your list till it fits your budget and then take off 3 more.
4. shop and feel no guilt for all the people you wanted to buy for, but couldn't without going into debt!!!
2006-12-20 16:17:44 · answer #5 · answered by justin h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
buy a punching bag and set it up in the garage
(that will really keep the stress down)
2006-12-20 16:15:10 · answer #6 · answered by macgyver 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drink good wine and a few shots of tequila! if you are at the mall shopping do a shot "per gift" works every time!
2006-12-20 16:10:33 · answer #7 · answered by Doc Hollywood 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
b y finding good company to enjoy the holidays. beind alone wil stress you like it does to me
2006-12-20 16:09:35 · answer #8 · answered by nitin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simplify.
2006-12-20 16:10:18 · answer #9 · answered by Suzie Q 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the J train to kickit town!
2006-12-20 16:09:18 · answer #10 · answered by southswell2002 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋