Stress can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stressors. Stress, if harnessed properly, can be of great assistance, but if you lose control, the effects of stress can easily become your worst enemy.

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The holiday season often brings an unwelcome guest — stress . And it’s no wonder. The holidays present a dizzying array of demands — parties, shopping, baking, cleaning and entertaining, to name just a few. But with some practical tips, you can minimize the stress that accompanies the holidays. You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would.

Tips to prevent holiday stress:

When stress is at its peak, it’s hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress in the first place, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on you in the past.