Faith Regional Health Services | living WELL | Fall 2019

6 FAITH REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES HAPPIER HOLIDAYS THIS YEAR, give yourself the best holi- day gift ever: more merry, magical moments and fewer frazzled ones. Here are five ways to make this year’s celebrations high on joy and low on stress—and help you keep the happy in the holidays. RATCHET DOWN THOSE EXPECTATIONS. Chasing after picture-perfect get-togethers can create the perfect storm of stress. It’s OK (really!) if your guests arrive while you’re still setting the table, if you burn the carrots or if the sweater you bought for your favorite cousin is the wrong size. Things happen, even during the holidays. Keep that in perspective, and do your best to relax and enjoy. RESIST THE TEMPTATION TO OVERSPEND. Ultimately, you’re only setting yourself up for post-holiday stress. Scale back, and remind your- self that the real holiday spirit doesn’t revolve around pricey gifts. 1 2 5 tips for