{"id":2844,"date":"2019-12-20T14:41:04","date_gmt":"2019-12-20T19:41:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timothydimoff.com\/?p=2844"},"modified":"2019-12-20T14:41:04","modified_gmt":"2019-12-20T19:41:04","slug":"cut-down-holiday-stress-with-these-six-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timothydimoff.com\/2019\/12\/20\/cut-down-holiday-stress-with-these-six-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Cut Down Holiday Stress with These Six Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even though we are just a few short days away from the beginning of Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year\u2019s Eve, it\u2019s the time to have fun, get-togethers, plus do the shopping, baking, and cooking for everyone.<\/p>\n

Yet\u2026often this is the time when stress levels run high. Arguments break out and feelings are hurt.<\/p>\n

As you gather with your family, friends, and coworkers this year, please keep these six ideas in mind to keep your enjoyment level high and your stress levels low.<\/p>\n

Tips to Avoid Holiday Stress<\/h2>\n
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  1. Put a check on your expectations.
    \n<\/strong>Please remember this is a season of giving, not receiving. Just because you spent a hefty amount for a gift for your boss, don\u2019t expect he or she will do the same. Let kindness be your theme this season.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Take care of yourself.
      \n<\/strong>In years past, I have tried to do too much during December and gotten myself run down. The last two holidays, I was sick and not much fun to be around. This year, I\u2019ve vowed to:<\/li>\n
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