Celebrating Christmas here in the Philippines is always a major affair that can be quite stressful. But in these past few years, holiday stress levels are at an all-time high mostly due to experiencing history-defining world events, such as the pandemic.
What causes stress during the holidays?
There are a number of stress triggers that may affect anyone, such as:
● Tension within the family
● The pressure of finding the right gifts for your loved ones
● High expectations for the event
● Loneliness and grief
How to manage your holiday stress?
If you’re having a hard time mitigating your holiday stress, here are some things you can do:
1. Set time for yourself
In the middle of juggling between entertaining your guests and preparing your family’s Christmas activities, it’s hard to carve a time out for yourself.
Leaving this unchecked for long will cause stress to build up higher than you can manage, so try to find pockets of time where you can be by yourself. You can take a quick yoga session, a 10-minute walk in the park, or read a book in your nook.
2. Set boundaries
Don’t be afraid to say no to an invite, especially if you don’t feel like it. Allow yourself to prioritize your comfort and well-being.
3. Maintain healthy habits
Habits that will lead to a longer, healthier, and better life should continue even during the holidays. Explore health and fitness programs that will support you in your goals, such as AIA Vitality. It offers a unique rewards program that will help you manage holiday stress and improve your quality of life. Every time you achieve your fitness goals, AIA Vitality will give you exciting rewards from its partner brands!
4. Be realistic
Don’t stretch yourself too thin in the pursuit of a perfect holiday season. Celebrate the season within your means and have fun!
5. Focus on what matters
Take a step back and enjoy what matters to you. Enjoy your time with your loved one, downtime to relax, and the holiday cheer that comes only once a year.
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