{"id":597,"date":"2017-06-19T22:12:52","date_gmt":"2017-06-19T22:12:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.myvitaminpacks.com\/mvp\/?p=597"},"modified":"2022-12-05T07:58:36","modified_gmt":"2022-12-05T07:58:36","slug":"holiday-stress-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/holiday-stress-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Coping with Holiday Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"The holidays are a busy exciting time &#8211; shopping, decorating, cooking, family and social activities etc.\u00a0 However, the holidays aren\u2019t always a happy time.\u00a0 Sometimes we can be stretched too thin and left exhausted, or even depressed, from all the hustle and bustle.\u00a0 Here are our top tips to help you cope when the holidays are a less than joyous time.Acknowledge your feelings.\u00a0 If you have lost a loved one or are not able to be with family, it is normal to feel grief or sadness.\u00a0 Many of us have learned to suppress negative feelings and over time we become less aware of what we feel.\u00a0 It is okay to acknowledge if you are not feeling happy or excited.\u00a0 Recognize that it is okay to cry or express your emotions vocally or through a healthy avenue like counseling or journaling.Plan ahead.\u00a0 Often times around the holidays we end up trying to add in a lot of hectic errands last minute.\u00a0 Set aside specific days for shopping, cooking and socializing with friends and family.\u00a0 Enlist help from others for things like party preparation and post-party clean-up to make your events less stressful.Learn to say no.\u00a0 You don\u2019t have to accept every party invitation that you receive.\u00a0 Friends and family understand that this is a very busy season and that you can\u2019t be expected to participate in every project or activity.\u00a0 Prioritize the invitations that are most important to you and graciously decline those that don\u2019t fit into your busy agenda.Get adequate sleep.\u00a0 People are more susceptible to colds, flu or illnesses in the winter and stress overload can also contribute to the likelihood of getting sick.\u00a0 Not to mention that adequate sleep can also help you with energy, brain fog, the ability to make decisions, healthy eating habits and the ability to deal with difficult situations.\u00a0 The importance of adequate sleep cannot be understated.Nourish your body.\u00a0 It is normal to eat more than usual during the holidays, but be aware of how certain foods affect your mood.\u00a0 Sugary sweets and overindulgence can cause an energy dip and may make you feel anxious.\u00a0 Focus on getting adequate protein, healthy fats and water into your diet.\u00a0 It can also be very helpful to take a walk before and\/or after large meals to help improve your digestion.Nourish your soul. \u00a0Take a breather and carve out some time for yourself.\u00a0 Even taking just 15 minutes alone without any outside distractions can be very energizing and powerful.\u00a0 Find calming activities that you enjoy such as listening to soothing music, walking, massage or a restorative yoga practice.\u00a0 Clear your mind by practicing being still and deep breathing.\u00a0 Nurturing yourself will help you manage your stress much more effectively.Reach out.\u00a0 We can\u2019t do it all alone.\u00a0 If you feel lonely or isolated, it is important to seek out community through religious, volunteering or other social networks.\u00a0 Nurture supportive existing relationships with friends and family.\u00a0 Don\u2019t be hesitant to enlist the help of a professional therapist or counselor if you need additional support.With all specialized diets and healthful living patterns, vitamins and minerals are needed to balance nutrients missing, lacking or diminished through illness, stress or medications.\u00a0 If you have any questions about vitamins or minerals or if you would like to speak with a nutritionist about these matters, please contact Persona at www.personanutrition.comThis information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. Do not use the information from this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. 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