Not ready for the holidays but already exhausted? Me, too
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Not ready for the holidays but already exhausted? Me, too

CNN  

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. A lot of people have time off for the holidays, but many don’t, and they may be thinking about how they can get their work done while taking care of their family. Holidays are a time when people see family members with whom they may have had disagreements or even past trauma. Wen: Stress is a normal physiological response in which our bodies release hormones that lead to effects such as faster heartbeat, increased blood pressure and higher blood sugar levels. In the short term, stress responses aren’t a problem and can even help people be more efficient.

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Sad Ahead of New Year? It’s Common, Says Psychologists
2 weeks ago

Sad Ahead of New Year? It’s Common, Says Psychologists

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: As 2024 draws to a close, workplaces across the country are witnessing contrasting scenarios. While some employees enjoy the festive cheer with year-end celebrations and extended breaks, others report a different vibe, marked by work-from-home policies, shutdowns, and even the seasonal blues. “Our office has given us a week off, and it feels wonderful to spend time with family …

Why Relaxing During The Holidays Makes You More Stressed
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why Relaxing During The Holidays Makes You More Stressed

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LOADING ERROR LOADING Unless you’re a little kid, holiday stress is pretty much guaranteed this time of year. “When the structure of our daily routines disappears during a holiday break, it can feel unsettling — especially if you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, ADHD or OCD,” she said. This is partly because our regular routines create predictability in our lives, …

Are you catching holiday blues instead of cheer? Here are some ways to find peace
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Are you catching holiday blues instead of cheer? Here are some ways to find peace

Associated Press  

But you’re bummed out. If family time isn’t super fun, set boundaries Spending an extended amount of time with family is hard to avoid around the holidays, Mirgain said, but there are ways to make it a little easier. “Certainly this year, I think with the recent election, there’s a lot of divisiveness and discord, and you’re probably having to …

Not ready for the holidays but already exhausted? Me, too
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Not ready for the holidays but already exhausted? Me, too

CNN  

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. A lot of people have time off for the holidays, but many don’t, and they may be thinking about how they can get their work done while taking care of their family. Holidays are a time when people see family members with whom they may have had disagreements or …

Therapists Reveal The 1 Toxic Thing About The Holidays We Need To Fix
1 month, 1 week ago

Therapists Reveal The 1 Toxic Thing About The Holidays We Need To Fix

Huff Post  

Pekic via Getty Images Here's how to take care of yourself so you don't get burned out at the holidays this year. “Maybe you don’t want to spend the entire bulk of time off from work with family and that’s OK,” Gallagher said. If we want the holidays to provide a break from the hustle and bustle of the rest …

6 ways to beat the post-holiday blues
4 months, 1 week ago

6 ways to beat the post-holiday blues

The Independent  

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Opinion: Why I’m not wishing you happy holidays
1 year ago

Opinion: Why I’m not wishing you happy holidays

LA Times  

Donald Trump could win a second presidency. We need every bit of our attention focused on what’s going on — Israel’s merciless war on Gaza, the dangerously stagnated international effort to combat climate change, our frighteningly partisan judicial system — and the reasons why. The latest inflection point that’s built up just over the last month is the realization that …

Here are some ways you can reduce financial stress during the holidays
1 year ago

Here are some ways you can reduce financial stress during the holidays

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time, but they can also be financially stressful. “During the holiday season, we often feel like not talking about money, not letting individuals know how much the gift we bought for them cost,” said Foster, who recommends leaving aside taboos and talking about how much you can afford to …

Here are some ways you can reduce financial stress during the holidays
1 year ago

Here are some ways you can reduce financial stress during the holidays

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Here are recommendations from experts …

Holidays can bring financial stress, here’s how to reduce it
2 years ago

Holidays can bring financial stress, here’s how to reduce it

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time, but they can also be financially stressful. “I have to put myself and my family first.” MAKE A BUDGET Setting a budget can help prevent stress during the holidays, Brendel said. “They know that you put your work and your energy into designing the bracelet and getting the …

How to keep happy holiday vibes alive when you get back to ‘normal life’
2 years, 5 months ago

How to keep happy holiday vibes alive when you get back to ‘normal life’

The Independent  

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Here's how to deal with a New Year's bout of holiday blues
3 years ago

Here's how to deal with a New Year's bout of holiday blues

Hindustan Times  

The holiday season is the time of joy and festivity — but not for everybody. Many people are faced with increased feelings of sadness and stress, experiencing what is known as "holiday blues." Here's how to deal with a New Year's bout of holiday blues Having such feelings during the "most wonderful time of the year" is far from unusual. …

Everyone is stressed and anxious this holiday season. 7 ways to cope
4 years ago

Everyone is stressed and anxious this holiday season. 7 ways to cope

LA Times  

Does it feel like a storm on the horizon? “People need to assess their expectations over the holidays and have a reset,” says Sage Grazer, psychotherapist and cofounder of Frame, a therapist matching tool, which offers free streaming online discussions each week where you can confidentially ask a therapist questions about such topics as managing holiday stress and sadness. My …

5 Signs You're Carrying All The Emotional Labor During The Holidays
5 years ago

5 Signs You're Carrying All The Emotional Labor During The Holidays

Huff Post  

The holiday season is joyous for most people, but that joy is complicated when you’re the one carrying the bulk of the emotional labor in the family: You’re the holiday magic-bringer. “You’re constantly trying to determine if others are pleased with some aspect of the holiday, yet no one else is helping,” said Marie Land, a psychologist in Washington, D.C. …

Come back from the holidays feeling fresh
6 years ago

Come back from the holidays feeling fresh

Live Mint  

We are told winter holidays are supposed to be a magical time of deep connection with loved ones, good meals, warm fires, and gift-giving. Even if they’re technically taking time off, they cram work in around their holiday meals and other personal commitments. Many take advantage of the winter holidays to set New Year’s resolutions, but the data shows many …

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