With Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, it’s time for my annual missive on coping with holiday stress. This year, instead of generalities and platitudes (of which I may have been guilty in the past), I would like to offer a list of 10 specific steps you can take to help you manage stress […]
New Year, New Life – Following Through On Your Resolutions
January 14, 2014 By Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year again, when many of us consider making major changes to our lives, with resolutions to “Be happier,” “Make a difference in the world,” “Earn more money,” Be a better parent/life partner,” “Get more exercise,” “Lose weight,” and many more. Unfortunately, while many of us resolve to “do something” to improve […]
Is Your Holiday Season A Time Of Joy Or Of Stress?
December 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In recent posts we’ve examined both stress and resistance; from stressful personality traits to the reasons we resist change, even change which can make our lives better. As we move more deeply into the Holiday Season, let’s take a look at how we can de-stress for the holidays, and how we can avoid resisting the […]
3 Tips To Avoid Holiday Stress – Plan, Plan, Plan
November 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
With the holidays upon us, it’s time to revisit holiday stress and how to avoid the consequences of a typically hectic season. The 3 Tips to Avoid Holiday Stress this year are: Plan…Plan…Plan. Many of us experience stress over the holidays because of the unexpected; guests we were not prepared to receive, sudden invitations to […]
Help For Holiday Grief – 7 Ways To Change Your Perspective
December 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you experience grief during the holidays, know that this is very common. Most of us place unrealistically high expectations on the season. This lofty view of how “things are supposed to be,” combined with past memories, lack of funds, or personal struggles can make it difficult to get into the holiday spirit. One of […]
The Best Holiday Stress Relievers
December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When it comes to the holidays, additional stress can cause many people to feel less than festive. Holiday stress can cause you to feel anxious, frantic, depressed, and overwhelmed. It is hard to enjoy the season to the fullest when you’re struggling to hold it together. However, you can start right now to turn your […]
