Here are my thoughts for a stress free Christmas.....
Christmas can be a stressful time for many reasons. Let's take a moment to consider how we can minimise this. Dramas can be minimised with little planning and a little effort. Preparing and organising in advance are key to your success. If you are responsible for the cooking or present wrapping communicate effectively supporting others allowing them to know you have your tasks under control.
Our little ones can get over-excited and over-tired at christmas. Being flexible and not too rigid about bed times can make children feel the excitement of christmas even more but don't go overboard boundaries are essential even at christmas.
If you forget to buy something don't be too hard on yourself. It may be easier to alter your plans rather than upset yourself and those around you. Think calmly about the alternatives and re-jig your plans to suit.
For those of you who celebrate Christmas, let us remember it is a time for giving, sharing and spending time with loved ones and friends. Enjoy your time, your friends and your family. Take time to relax and 'be in the moment'. Make it as stress free as possible keeping positive will serve you and yours well.
May I wish you all well for 2012. Happy holidays!
A GREAT WAY TO HELP REDUCE YOUR STRESS AT CHRISTMAS TIME IS TO MAKE YOUR OWN GIFTS, THINK HOW MANY HOURS PEOPLE SPEND LOOKING AROUND SHOPS AND HAVE TO TAKE THEIR CHILDREN SHOPPING (THEY GET VERY BORED AND OFTEN STRESS THE PARENTS OUT BECAUSE OF IT), DO IT IN THE HOME, SIT DOWN WITH YOU PARTNER AND CHILDREN AND START MAKING PEOPLE.
ReplyDeleteTHIS WILL HELP WITH KEEPING COSTS DOWN AND MORE IMPORTANTLY SPENDING SOME GREAT QUALITY TIME WITH THE FAMILY, CHILDREN LOVE MAKING THINGS AND ALWAYS ENJOY DOING THINGS WITH MUMMY & DADDY.
PEOPLE ALWAYS ENJOY PERSONAL PRESENTS THAT HAVE BEEN MADE FOR THEM AND THAT HAS HAD SOME THOUGHT PUT INTO IT,TRY IT PEOPLE AS YOU STILL HAVE A WEEK TO GO AND PLAN FOR NEXT YEAR ASWELL.
ENJOY THIS SPECIAL TIME OF YEAR WITH LOVED ONES AND EAT WELL
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Thank you for you comments. Yes I agree making gifts and cards is a wonderful way to spend time with your kids. We have made some cards together this year. Thanks for taking the time to post your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteGreat advice x
ReplyDeleteStress free is much more enjoyable but it can take planning. I hoep you have a great holiday time and 2012 is going to be amazing for you. I just know it.
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