Surviving the Festive Season

The festive holidays are undoubtedly a wonderful and joyous time of the year.  With its sparkling decorations, cherished family traditions, and festive feasts among friends and family. 

And yet a significant portion of folks find themselves dreading the approaching season. The holidays frequently leave a number of us feeling unhappy, stressed, overwhelmed, and depressed for a variety of reasons. Food and alcohol overindulgence, financial strain, grief, and overall stress all intensify during this time.

For some, holidays can exacerbate depression, anxiety or remind us of a loss —whether that is our health, a loved one, finances, or something else. Here are a few suggestions to help you maintain your health and wellbeing during the festive season. 

Tips for surviving the Christmas period

Keep expectations modest 

Avoid excessively stressing over how the Christmas season should be or how you should feel. Let each day unfold naturally and simply. 

Focus on what matters most 

If your to-do list is particularly long. Concentrate on what matters most and keep things simple.

Christmas shopping online 

By doing the majority of your festive shopping online, you may avoid the hassle, the crowds, and the frustration of Christmas traffic. 

Maintain a budget

The expense of holiday shopping can easily spiral out of control and leave one feeling anxious, pressured, and depressed. Create a shopping plan that suits your budget and stick with it. 

Include downtime in your schedule

Prioritise a few moments to escape the “hustle and bustle” and set out a little time to relax and reflect. 

Homeopathy 

To aid you in coping and navigating the drawbacks of this holiday season, we’ve put together a list of homeopathic Christmas survival remedies.