• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
by Pink
  • Air Fryer
  • Instant Pot
  • Low Carb
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Air Fryer
  • Instant Pot
  • Low Carb
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Air Fryer
    • Instant Pot
    • Low Carb
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • TikTok
    • YouTube
  • ×
    You are here: Home / Life and Family / Keep Calm And Enjoy Christmas

    Keep Calm And Enjoy Christmas

    by Jamela Payne Updated September 29, 2019

    Show Some Love!

    0 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • LinkedIn

    Keep Calm And Enjoy Christmas[Image]

    Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Right? It’s full of family, festive food, good cheer, and magic. Sometimes aspiring to all of this and feeling you have to have a good time is quite stressful. Add to that mounting costs, busy shops and family dramas. For many people, this is a recipe for rocketing anxiety levels and burnout. Fortunately, there are ways you can ease the burden and approach the holidays feeling happy and calm.

    Find Out What’s Stressing You

    You go through this process each year. And each year you gradually become more stressed and tired. To break the cycle, you need to work out exactly what is stressing you. At this time of year there’s lots to choose from.

    1. Bearing Gifts

    A common concern in the run up to Christmas is money. You want to make a good Christmas for your family. You want everyone to have gifts they’ll love and a feast fit for a king. Unfortunately, your wallet is groaning under the strain.

    Firstly, work out what you can afford. If you’re a little short, are there any short-term solutions to raise a little extra cash? Can you pick up a few extra hours at work? Or are there items at home you could sell? Set yourself a budget and stick to it. This may mean economizing in certain areas. But, if you shop around you’ll find that there are massive savings to be found. For example, rather than buying a turkey, consider a turkey crown. Or a different bird. Party foods also add a significant sum to your food budget. Give these a miss and make your own canapes instead. There are lots of ways to save money if you’re creative.

    It’s also important to remember that Christmas isn’t about buying more stuff. It’s about being with family and enjoying each other’s company. Coming up with unique Christmas gift ideas for your loved ones takes thought. But it needn’t cost a fortune.

    Try going through your Christmas list and seeing if there are any names you can remove. Speak to those people and suggest exchanging cards instead. Or, suggest meeting for a mulled wine or hot chocolate as an alternative to doing gifts. Another option is to make a small donation to charity in lieu of buying gifts.

    Keep Calm And Enjoy Christmas[Image]

    1. Peace And Good Cheer

    Though Christmas is all about family, that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Having everyone under the same roof for hours or days on end can be a challenge. Try to plan the day ahead of time. Think about how people will be feeling at different points and what they will need. If arguments usually ensue after a few drinks, perhaps schedule in a walk to re-energize everyone. Or distract them with party games.

    If your family is staying for a few days, make sure you have lots of time to take a break. Make sure everyone has exactly what they need. That way you don’t need to be around 24/7.

    Don’t get drawn into the usual family dramas. They repeat themselves year after year but resist becoming entangled. Remove yourself from the situation if necessary by doing something in the kitchen or making coffee.

    1. Be Merry

    Christmas is for everyone, and that includes you. Delegate tasks wherever possible. You don’t have to do everything. Make sure you also have time to relax and enjoy the festivities. Light a few candles, enjoy the festive fragrances, and relax.

    It’s the buildup to Christmas that seems long and drawn out. The holiday itself is over in a day or two. Keep hold of that thought and make the most of those days. Make this year the one where you break the cycle and enjoy the fun.

    More Life and Family

    • How To Transform Your Patio With Furniture From Wayfair
    • Guide to Great Holiday Gifts
    • Fun and Easy Christmas Crafts You can Use as Gifts
      Fun and Easy Christmas Crafts You can Use as Gifts
    • Stocking Stuffer Ideas for the Whole Family
      Stocking Stuffer Ideas for the Whole Family

    Show Some Love!

    0 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • LinkedIn

    Reader Interactions

    What's On Your Mind Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    jamela payne

    Hi, I'm Jamela! Welcome to by Pink. As a busy mom, I needed quick and easy recipes that my kids would eat. My easy-to-follow Instant Pot and Air Fryer recipes, help take the stress out of cooking!

    More about me →

    Popular

    • popcorn container full of popcorn
      Delicious Instant Pot Popcorn
    • broccoli cheese soup
      Delicious Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
    • rice cooker
      Instant Pot vs Rice Cooker - Which One Will You Love?
    • Instant Pot vs Air Fryer – Which One Takes the Lead?

    What Can I Help You Find?

    jamela payne

    Hi, I'm Jamela! Welcome to by Pink. As a busy mom, I needed quick and easy recipes that my kids would eat. My easy-to-follow Instant Pot and Air Fryer recipes, help take the stress out of cooking!

    More about me →

    Popular

    • spoonfull of oven baked beans
      How To Make Baked Beans In The Oven
    • bowl of orange chicken over rice
      Easy Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
    • finished chocolate cake donuts with chocolate sprinkles
      Easy Chocolate Cake Donuts [With Step by Step Photos]
    • chicken fajitas in a cast iron skillet with tongs removing some
      Easy Chicken Fajitas Recipe

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
    • About

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2012 | by Pink