The holiday season brings so much joy! As we try to create a great family celebration, sometimes we feel stressed as we balance our additional responsibilities. This holiday season, enjoy time with family and friends, and simplify your life.

• Here are some suggestions for dealing with holiday stress:
• Make sure to eat healthy, nutritious food, drink plenty of water, and maintain your exercise routine.
• Keep expectations for the holidays realistic by prioritizing your most important activities.
• Recognize and respect your limits.
• Share holiday chores with family. Finish with hot chocolate!
• Don’t exceed your budget! Those bills will pile up in January.
• Rest when you are tired! Remember to relax and enjoy the peace of the season.
• Look forward to new experiences in the New Year!
• Make a list of all you have to be grateful for.
• Attend festivities locally with your community members.
• Make plans with supportive, caring friends and family.
• Carve out some “me” time! Plan some special treats for yourself.
• And as the old song goes, “Let Your Heart Be Light”!