You know and I know that November and December are wonderful months, despite the drop in temperatures. There’s just so much going on, there never seems to be any down time. Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s…we all look forward to the sights, smells, foods, and fun of these wonderful days. However, sometimes the things we love the most about the holidays could trigger headaches or migraines. I know first hand, unfortunately, that this happens all too often. That’s why the makers of Excedrin® Extra Strength invite you to “Take a Holiday from Headaches” by following these simple steps, provided by Dr. Keri Peterson, M.D.:
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- Manage your time and plan ahead. Coordinate plans and responsibilities in advance with relatives and friends, compose set menus when hosting a party and try to purchase gifts early so you’re not rushing at the last minute*
- Stay in ventilated spaces. As you browse through the mall, watch out for those scented candles or perfume if you are sensitive to smells**
- Eat and drink in moderation. Eat, drink, and be merry, but try not to consume sweets or alcoholic beverages in excess, as they could trigger headaches**
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*Can be sourced to Cleveland Clinic
** Can be sourced to Headaches.org
I handle the stress by taking time out for me and reading a good book.
Eat healthy and get plenty of sleep.
I handle the stress by getting enough of sleep
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Yes kind of, and I just try not to overwhelm myself and do one thing at a time.
I *think* I’m ready for the holidays. I am doing a lot of my holiday shopping online to cut down on stress. I’m also not driving myself crazy with Thanksgiving preparations. This will be the first year I’m really going to recruit my kids to help prepare some of the food…Pinterest has been great for ideas.
I try to delegate to handle the stress and just have fun!
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I handle stress by taking a time out for myself whenever it’s needed. Do one thing at a time and don’t rush myself to get it done.
I handle the stress with good books and hot cocoa for some me time:)
I love Christmas season, decorating the house, spending time with family, baking.
I am ready for the holiday season. I try to do as much ahead of time as possible. So, don’t leave Christmas shopping and baking until the last minute. This helps me not feel as rushed and stressed in the days before Christmas.
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Thanks!
I am not ready for this season, eventually would I think. To handle the stress, I try not to sweat over small things and focus only on enjoying quality family time.
i make sure i get sleep
I am very ready for the season! I try to handle the stress by making plans in advance, sticking to my budget, and getting plenty of rest!
This will be the least stressful holiday I have experienced in years. I am on top of my gift list and I only have 2 gatherings to attend. It’s going to be a breeze and I’m looking forward to several days of “staycation.”
Yes, I am always ready for fun
roddjackson at hotmail.com
I’m getting there. My way of dealing with stress is taking a little time for myself each day…a cup of tea, a hot bath, or even just a few minutes of quiet.
by getting plenty of rest.
I reduce the stress by realizing everything doesn’t have to be perfect and take things as they come.
I try to keep organized with lists and by doing a little each time I can.
I try really hard to have a plan. My wife and I sit down and make sure that we don’t have *too* much to do on any one day.
i am ready! i load up on tissues and dayquil
pixystik4u at gmail dot com
I AM NOT READY YET. STILL LOTS TO DO. I GET EXTRA SLEEP AND WASH HANDS A LOT.
I like to stay organized during the busy Holiday season in order to reduce stress. The main thing I do is to keep a notebook that contains all of my Holiday schedules, appointments, to do list, etc. I find that keeping everything in one place makes it much easier to be sure that everything gets done in a timely fashion. Thanks for the super giveaway opportunity. Keep up the terrific blogging.
I’m ready for the season. I handle all the stress by taking time out for myself.
I am almost ready for the season. I try to get gifts early so that I do not have to ma last minute shopping trips.
I am ready somewhat for the holidays. I ordered our Thanksgiving dinner from the local grocery store… I hate cooking Thanksgiving dinner. I also have got most of the big gifts purchased for my family for Christmas. I just need to get motivated to do baking coming up.
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I’m kind of ready – more than half done with shopping.
Invited out so just bringing a dish to pass.
For the stress I do body breathing – thank you.
barbara dot montyj at gmail dot com
I am m ostly ready for the season. I handle the stress by rremembering things dont have to be perfect!
I try to do a little each day to avoid getting overwhelmed by the holidays.
I am not really ready for the season. I plan to do much of my shopping online.
I am ready for the holiday season. 🙂 the only thing I get stressed about is what I’m going to wear!
I take hot bubble baths daily and listen to the white noise app on my phone.
I am ready! Already started shopping.
Lots of help from the family. Team effort
drinks lots of water, take one day at a time
I am ready! I handle the stress by shopping early so I don’t have things to stress about 😉
I exercise by power walking or watch movies on tv and
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I relax and deal with stress by power walking and watching movies and sports on TV
I’m looking forward to the Holiday’s, but I am not ready yet! I try to keep the kids on their schedule as much as possible. I keep some Holiday crafts, and books on hand, for winding down time,
We simplify.
I try to avoid the malls and shop online !
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Getting plenty of sleep and not taking on more than I can handle, it’s not worth getting stressed it takes the fun out of it 🙂
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i usually take a nap, i don’t like to dwell on negative thoughts or stressful situations.
but if i can’t eat, a good snack and a cup of coffee will do
I guess I’m getting ready for the season, began making lists, looking at ads. I handle stress during the holidays by taking time for myself, usually relax in a quiet room, listening to music, plus I delegate certain things to my husband and son 🙂
I’m ready! I haven’t shopped yet, but I wait until the last minute (I never know what I might win that I don’t have to buy). I handle stress by nursing my wine.
I prepare early, get in a routine. I have only one gift yet to buy
i handle the stress by getting plenty of rest
I am ready for the holiday season
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Reading a book and getting a good night’s sleep.
I’m not entirely ready, well maybe not even a little ready… I guess I’ll be handling some stress this year – one way or another :+)
I exercise during the holidays for stress relief.
I’m not even close to being ready for the holidays. I do have my Christmas cards but I haven’t taken the perfect photo of the kiddos yet, that might never happen. My oldest, now 18, is refusing our annual Santa photo–Momma always wins, though! haha
So NOT ready, been sick and not looking forward this year, not sure how much I’m going to try to do…
I don’t handle it well. stephen_alexander_esq @ yahoo.com
I am definitely ready for the holiday season! I handle the fun and the stress by staying organized and keeping my out year round for the perfect gifts.
I am so ready. Love this season.
I don’t handle it well, lol. I’m not in love with this time of year. I’m in retail, so that is stressful plus coming up with $ for gifts, etc. To relax, I like to read. That keeps my mind off the stress and helps me fall asleep.
I am still trying to figure out how to handle stress.
Smokin’ some good medicine. It releases all muscles.
I try to get a lot of sleep, not procrastinate, do as much ahead of time as possible and not sweat the little stuff.
I try to just go with the flow. Hoping this yr is a good one.
I try to get away from what is stressing me and go read a book
I like to curl up to a good movie or draw.
yes i am i love turkey hot cocoa and christmas carols
FUN no stress … I take it one day at a time
I sit back and meditate and watch tv when stressed but I am never stressed .. its rare..
I’m definitely ready for the season! I deal with stress by not waiting until the last minute to shop or wrap gifts. I try to space it out so it’s not overwhelming and so I don’t get headaches!
I’m ready for the holidays. I usually unwind with a glass of wine.
I handle the stress by avoiding going to crowded shopping areas especially during the weekends
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Pain is not for sissies. I’m a sissy so I take Excedrin
I never stress during the holidays – love the whole season
I never get stress during the holidays.
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I am ready and i just handle it by going one day at a time.
NO! I was just telling my husband that I am feeling stressed because I have barely started Christmas shopping… I am usually more prepared by this time but this whole year has been crazy! Thanks for the chance to win!
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I try to take the holidays in stride and do as much early as I can
I guess I am ready, I try to plan ahead of time of what I am going to buy and from what stores.
We no longer celebrate holidays but enjoy watching things on tv and looking at the holiday issues of magazines.
I handle the stress by not over-planning events. Thanks
relaxing
I handle the stress by not trying to do it all and pacing myself.
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I handle the stress by working out more.I’m not ready for the season at all.
I try to shop throughout the year so I only have a few things to get around the holidays
I am not! I have to make sure I’m healthy
I am ready for the holidays. No stress here.
I am not ready…no no no. I need excedrin for stress…UGH
I get away from stress by getting out the house for a bit.
Yes I am ready, I try and just Keep It Simple.
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I am ready and have wine! giantspeedy @ yahoo.com
When the stress gets too much, I crack open a bottle of vino! 🙂
I meditate and plan to relieve holiday stress.
I have found that alcohol helps. Maybe a drop or two of peppermint schnapps in the ol’ hot chocolate works wonders.
I am ready for the holidays. We have made them simple so that we do not have as much stress. Less gifts, less decorating, more food and fun!
I surf the net
I’m working on getting ready, I try to avoid the stress by planning ahead and doing things a little at a time.
I am ready for the season & unfortunately am not too good at handling the stress.
I have slimmed down gift giving and decorating, and focus on making those around me comfortable rather than putting on a “big show.
I thankfully don’t have a lot of holiday stress with my family, but any little stress I deal with by drinking a hot beverage. Works every time!
I’m ready for the holidays. I don’t usually get too stressed out.
I usually do stress but this year I bought everything early so I wouldn’t
I handle the fun and stress by not paying too much attention to it.
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not stressed ever!
I am not ready for the Holidays. I have not started to shop even for the Thanksgiving fixings and the Christmas list is only a fading idea in my head. I need help!
I am ready for the season. Handle the stress by taking a time out to relax.
How do I handle the stress? Not very well actually Im a retail manager LOL
Taking naps really helps.
Wine and bubble baths help!
I read a long good book..
nap
If I get too stressed, I head to the kitchen and bake, as that is my therapy and never fails to soothe me and calm my nerves.
I’m semi-sorta ready for the season. Seems it came upon me too fast this year. I try not to let it stress me out, and enjoy the holidays. Thanks.
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I am ready for the holiday season for the most part, I still have to do a lot of shopping. I just take lots of pictures and try to enjoy my time with my family.
We live in a different state than most of our family, which is lonely and stressful during the holidays. This year we are planning a weekend trip to spend time with our families for the holiday season! [email protected]
Financially I am not ready, as my husband was laid off work the end of July and we’re having difficulty making ends meet. I will still decorate and celebrate regardless of whether there are gifts. We should all just remember the true meaning of the holiday.
I am SO ready for the season! With the exception of not a completely clean house :/
We just keep everything laid back and stress-free. We keep the focus on the celebrations. For Christmas, we just buy a few small things for our children.
I’m starting to get in the mood for the holidays. I’m trying to tell myself it’s not big deal – things are what they are and they don’t have to be perfect – just enjoy what you have.
I dont think ive found a way to manage the stress of it yet but decorating and Christmas songs usually put me in a good mood.
I am ready for the holidays. We have a very small family so it’s not stressful at all. I buy presents early when I see a good sale or deal and that helps as well.
No, I’m not really ready, but I will swing happily into gear once December hits.
I’m ready.
I booked a cruise for my son and I.
One and done, and a ton of fun 🙂
I am ready and I don’t get stressed I just have fun.
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Im working on it
No big plans so no stress! Will throw it together and just focus on my little family, my bf and cat.
Don’t see one for today.
No big plans so no stress! Will throw it together and just focus on my little family, my bf and cat. [email protected]
nope not ready and just go with the flow
I’m Ready, I Try To Have A Healthy Balance And It Seems To Eliminate Stress
bubble baths help!
I’m almost ready for the holiday season…almost! I will get there after Thanksgiving though. I don’t really handle the stress very well so I take a lot of hot baths with the lights dim to calm down and relax.
I try to limit my commitments to a manageable numner.
I buy presents year round and remember the reason for the season and CHILL.
Thanks for the contest.
No, I am not ready. I just take one day at a time and some very late nights and it all comes together.
I get plenty of rest and spend quality time with my husband.
Yes, I am ready for the holidays. I handle the stress by setting aside time to relax and unwind whether it be watching TV, reading a book, or spending time with family and friends.
I try not to stress and just enjoy being around family and then enjoying being able to go back home with just the 5 of us and relax 🙂
Spending time with friends helps me relax.
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not ready forit. I relax by sipping tea
I am not ready yet. I try to relax by reading a good book.
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I am most definitely not ready for the holidays yet! But I hope to be soon once our budget revives from the damage the dead car did to it!
I just do what I can and improvise the rest. A glass of wine now and then helps!
I am pretty much ready, I reduce stress by doing everything early if possible, that way I am not overloaded at the last minute.
I don’t get stressed out because I don’t overdo the holidays. I spend them quietly with my husband and a few friends. We don’t even exchange gifts.
I believe in retail therapy! It calms me down…
I keep it real. Remember the reason for the season
I ended up in the ER last year the week before christmas because my heart was beating so irregular so this year I am trying to be pro active and get back into yoga – and I now have an anxiety medication I can take as needed.
Yes, I am ready. It is much easier now that the kids are grown and moved out. I shop throughout the year so no last minute rush, I prepare my cards Thanksgiving weekend and never put my tree up until the week before Christmas. My free time is spent baking and making goodies! Thanks for the great giveaway 🙂
I am ready for the holidays. They are usually laid back with the family, so not too much stress.
Sometimes I just have to unwind with a book in a corner for a bit to unstress. (email is the same in rafflecopter as to comment)
To not be stressed, I plan for the Holidays months in advance and get presents all year round, when I find great deals on gifts then I stash it away. I also prepare the menu, and get a lot of the cooking done before the Holidays approach!
I start my shopping early to help with stress. [email protected]
I buy as little as possible. It’s not about the gifts.
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I try to take a nice relaxing bath whenever I get the chance.
Make lists and not get over whelmed
I handle the stress with a nice warm bath and some hot chocolate. I have been ready for the season.
enter me thanks
I take all my stress out on baking while getting ready for the holidays. That or making gifts & wrapping them or giving to the local food pantry/agape & a bottle of wine of course!
I’m not ready at all…I enjoy seeing my family, but I don’t handle the stress well…as a matter of fact, I get migraines when I’m stressed…always have.
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I’m ready. I just keep the Poinsettia Punch flowing to help me deal 😉
Last year, I stressed. This year I’m just slightly stressed because I’m hosting Thanksgiving for the first time BUT on the other hand my Christmas shopping is nearly done and I’m going to wrap presents early to avoid the last minute stressing.
I’m not really ready for the holidays but am looking forward to them. I try to reduce holiday stress by shopping early and at times that are less busy (weekday mornings). I also try to maintain a regular sleeping schedule and just try to enjoy all the little moments!
shop early
have potluck
bake and freeze cookies ahead of time
I’m naturally mellow so I don’t stress out much during the holidays. I just go with the flow. I might need Excedrin after a night of revels, though!
I am ready. My tree is up and the house is all decorated. I am half way done with my shopping. Bring it on. I don’t get to stressed about the holiday’s. I just roll with it.
I’m ready for Thanksgiving! Our dinner is laid back & stress free – just the way I like to spend it!
I am not ready for the holidays, but don’t stress it, because it always gets done.
I am somewhat ready. I try to plan ahead as much as I can, so it doesn’t all hit at once.
I’m not really ready yet. The holidays hardly ever stresses me out because everything usually works out just fine.
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I’m looking forward to the holidays. enjoying good food and family
i love the holidays! i start early and take my time to prevent stress.
I am not yet ready for the holiday season
I haven’t even begun to start preparing for the holidays. I will be doing a lot of on-line shopping to avoid the stress.
I’m not really ready for the holidays for I don’t get too stressed about it because my husband helps with the shopping.
Ready? Is it time? Shopping is close to done, if that counts. [email protected]
I am ready. I’ve done all my Christmas shopping and prepping for thanksgiving dinner.
I don’t really stress this time of year.. only if I have to drive in the snow.. I love it..
I try to plan ahead, make food ahead, and get my shopping done early.
Yes, I’m ready for the holiday season and I handle the fun and stress by not putting too much on just myself and asking for help if I need it!
I make list and time line to follow so that everything gets done with time to spare.
I have “just me” time with a cup of tea and a book
Not ready for the holiday and I handle stress by zoning out the mind occasionally.
i am looking forward to getting together with family, but i am not ready for CHristmas and it is stressing me out a little
I’m definitely ready for the season! Just about have my shopping finished and plan to handle the stress by avoiding crowded malls and traffic, plan ahead for traveling, and make sure to take a deep breath and enjoy the time with friends and family over the holidays.
I’m so not ready! I’ll just be stressed for the next month 🙁
I don’t stress. I do what I can and don’t worry about the rest.
I’m looking forward to the holiday to spend time with family.
I’ve already bought half the gifts on my list. Getting an early start keeps me from getting stressed.
I’m not ready even though I do have a few gifts bought already. I sing along with Christmas songs in the car to help relieve stress
annabella @ centurytel dot net
yes, i am. i go for walks!
I am very ready. I handle the stress by just taking things one step at a time and not getting worried if things ddon’tgo as planned.
I am always ready for the holidays before most people. I get my christmas shopping done early so I’m not broke around that time of year. That helps keep the stress down 🙂
I am ready for the holiday season. I love spending time with my family. We try to keep it as stress free as possible and just enjoy time with one another.
I’m ready for the season. I keep it simple and don’t try to do too much.
I am ready for the season. I fill my freezer with meals during October so I do not have to worry about cooking during December.
Naps 🙂
I’m not ready for the holidays. I haven’t put up the tree yet now have I done any Christmas Shopping. Times are hard this year with losing my job. I’m not going to stress about gifts I just want to spend quality time with my family. Jesus Is The Reason For the Season!!!!
I just don’t bother anymore. That’s how it makes it easier on me. Sad to say, but I’m so many years of being the person who pushes sometimes you just have enough
I shop for and make gifts all year long – it makes the “crunch time” easy and you can find sale & clearanced items that way!
I think I’m ready.
I shop for and make gifts throughout the whole year, it makes the hectic holiday crunch easy and I find deals on every gift this way.
I’m always under stress, doesn’t matter what the season it, lol. I like to take 20 min breaks all to myself when I need them.
I handle the stress by reminding myself of the fun. There’s nothing like seeing the look on your child’s face on Christmas morning 🙂
i am ready. i don’t get too stressed out because what gets done gets done and what doesn’t, it’s not the end of the world.
I love to bake this time of year. For me if I have a stressful day, I get into the kitchen and bake up a bunch of goodies.
Lots and lots of wine!!!
Coffee
I shop early and try to stay away from the crowds!
I don’t handle it. I panic
i am ready for the holidays but not the cold weather.we just take one day at a time enjoy the day dont worry about tomar or anything else.make memories while we can!!
I let my wife take the lead & I help her however she needs
I love the holiday season. I do a lot outside to handle the stress.
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i really dont do stress well. and fun. i miss fun.
I try not to stress and just enjoy the holidays. They go by too fast.
I’m not ready! Have cleaning to do before Thanksgiving, & I dread bringing down all those boxes of Christmas decorations after Thanksgiving! It’s a pain in the back, among other places!
i try not to actually treat it as different from any other time of year
I’m not ready but I try to have fun with loved ones and not stress too much, if I do get stressed a treat like dark chocolate helps.
Remember that it’s not about the gifts, it’s about spending time with the family and enjoying the company. And by keeping a bottle of excedrin in my purse at all times lol
I just don’t let myself stress about the holidays. Holidays are about spending time with the people you love and having fun. There is no reason to stress. Money is tight, and society’s emphasis on gift giving can make me feel down sometimes, but as long as the kiddos in the family have a few things under the tree and we have a nice meal to eat, that’s all that matters! And I have no doubt that God will provide exactly that!
I am not ready for the season. When I get stressed, I read (which is a lot!),
I’m getting ready. I have most of my gift list done so I’m ready to bargain shop.
Not really ready for the season I handle the stress one day at a time.
I love the holidays. One thing I do is to make sure I get my sleep. When I am tired everything seems difficult, stressful… Being well rested helps with my attitude.
yes, and I already have my shopping done. to battle the stress, I enter contests. 🙂
oops forgot to leave my email. its winz135 at gmail.com
love it and would like to do allot of shopping on line
I love the holidays but am already stressing this year.I normally have most of my shopping done or at least the money saved but due to vehicle issues have nothing done or saved.I am just not going to let it get to me and plan to do some baking and crafts with my 4 kids to help me relax.
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I’m ready! I kicked it off with holiday shoppingin NYC, but I didn’t bring hand sanitizer and I came home sick
I am ready for the season but I get way stressed out during it. I don’t handle stress well and end up with headaches.
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I love Christmas time. I try to avoid getting stressed out by doing some shopping online so I can avoid crowded stores and long lines. I also stay home on black Friday and just enjoy time with family.
I’d ready! I like to take hot baths 4 the stress
So not ready this year! Stressing big time!
Excedrin is a lifesaver with my migraines and headaches. Controlling your breathing (thank you yoga) is also amazing!
I handle stress by taking time to myself.
I am not ready for the season at all! I know it is going to be stressful but I will try to schedule some me time each day to de-stress.
I’m still looking for work so Christmas is going to be a little tough, but we will stay positive!
I’m ready for the season because it kind of feels like it isn’t here yet. It came so fast and will probably blow by so quick. I try to have as much fun as possible. I deal with stress by working out everyday. It really helps.
I handle the stress by taking a nap. I lay down every day even if I don’t sleep.
Usually I cannot wait for the holidays, I love all of the shopping, wrapping and giving. This year I will be out of commission for most of it, so not really excited.
I love holidays!! I am always ready!!The baking, buying, wrapping, decorating.. everything!
I don’t feel like I’ve handled it until its over, but it goes by so fast.
I try not to let it get to me.
i dont know i just try to eat right and get enough sleep
I’m not feeling it yet. As it gets closer I’m sure I will. My two little grandsons always make the season exciting for me. I am going to try not to stress over not enough money or time this year.
I’m not ready yet, but I will be! I actually like to shop.
I try not to get too stressed during the holidays but when I do, I cook! It eases my mind and comforts my soul. I do get a lot of stress headaches tho and I do think many people – like myself – wait too long before they take an excedrin or other pain reliever. This causes more pain, more stress and a worse headache! I’m starting to learn how to throw my tough gal ego aside and just take something to help… Especially when you’re as busy as I am!
Yes I am ready for the Holidays and I handle it by going with the flow I don’t worry much about it I go at my own pace if it happens it happens!!
i am ready, and i take naps
I’m not ready, because I’ve been battling a cold. I have to take a deep breath and do the best I can to get it all done!
I am somewhat ready but this time of year is very stressful to me..I stress over the cooking,buying gifts and being stuck inside through the winter but I do love spending the time with my wonderful family 🙂
I like to plan ahead and watch for coupons to help save money.
Living in S. TX means not a whole lot of change to the season; just more days with the AC turned off. As for celebrating the holidays…I find myself alone this year so I am just going to let then slide by as someone else’s problems. I prefer to ignore them this year.
I just handle any stress by thinking about the rewards it brings
im not really ready for it but i take one step at a time
I try to have everything on an organized schedule and shop sales to deal with presents.
really we just enjoy the holidays and the season
Unfortunately, I don’t look forward to the holidays, so naturally I’m not ready for them. It doesn’t help that Thanksgiving this year falls on the 28th, which was my brother’s birthday (he passed from cancer the year I got married) and the anniversary of a good friend of mine passing. I do still try to make things good for my daughters, though, and look forward to seeing my sister and her family.
Not really.. I try and wash my hands a lot.. drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep.
I am not ready 🙁 I handle stress by cooking
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I make sure I do a big cleaning before the holidays to help reduce the stress during the holidays.
oh…and my email is (melikegarfield AT gmail DOT com)
Not remotely ready yet. I worry about being able to get everyone gifts that I’d like to.
I don’t involve myself too much into festivities.
I am not ready for the holidays! I try not to wait till last minute but i end up doing that every year!
Im ready! And i handle stress from it all by working out everyday!
I can’t wait. I love spending Thanksgiving weekend with family and friends.
you dont have to do and go to everything. im trying to learn that.
*kelly
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In terms of reducing stress, we actually live near two of our relatives so we take the kids to stay with us so that the big get together place can be kept ready and clean for the big events of the holidays. onetime AT emethod DOT com
I just try to get all shopping done early so I don’t have stress!
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I’m not ready for the season. I don’t handle stress that well
i exercise and try not to overeat!
I’m always glad to get the Holidays over with. I find it as a financial stress.
starting to get ready but not there yet. I do get a tad stressed.
I am done with my Christmas shopping now all I have to do is wrap gifts and I love to wrap. I get things done early so I do not have to stress over anything.
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I am ready for it. I don’t let the stress get to me.
I handle stress well not that I like it. I would love to have a bit more fun.
definitely not ready this year! ahh! stressing out … we’re taking a big vacation that i didn’t properly budget for (we don’t usually) … so it’s very hectic and not at all fun at the moment. ehhn. my own fault.
looking forward to december and christmas tho! should be good!
I don’t handle stress well, I try to take some time to myself and cool off. [email protected]
I procrastinate, pushing things further off, causing more stress lol
Have to keep it simple, me, lupus and stress don’t mix !
I do not handle stress well, and I try to sleep.
I try not to over schedule our family and I’m trying to get as much done before December as I can!
this would be a big help in aoiding the headaches this season
I just try to enjoy the holiday season, with as little stress as possible and take breaks whenever needed. Thanks.
I am not ready. I try to avoid stress by shopping online, if I can
I love the season just take things one event/day at a time and if things get too crazy cuddle up with some hot chocolate and a christmas movie 😉
Thanks for the giveaway… we rotate our big holiday dinners-parties-get togethers among a group of extended family & friends so that no one gets “stuck” every year (with an inordinate amount of guest induced stress) !
If I start to stress out I try to calm down and myself that the Holidays are not supposed to be stressful. But they are supposed to be fun and joyous filled with great experiences with family and friends. 🙂
I hadle stress by drinking a glass of wine and relaxing at the end of the day, and no I’m not ready yet!
I exercise daily to keep my stress under control.
I am not ready but I try not to stress too much about it. I just try to enjoy every moment I have with my family.
No, I don’t let the holidays stress me out.
I try not to stress and enjoy doing crafts with the kids
I actually handle the winter season best. My outlook on life is like a monk’s or a Buddhist. My boss says I am low maintenance. I put my mind at ease and don’t stress out. Since having surgery for colon cancer I have slowed down and appreciate life more.
I take lots of Bubble Baths
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I always fill a little plastic tote full of OTC meds & flu supplies & have it ready!
It’s fun preparing for the holidays. And I enjoy de-stressing with my family, watching tv and movies together at night.
About as ready as I’m gonna be I guess. Stressed out from working all the time!
I have a plan and stick to it.
I’m ready, only because there won’t be much shopping to do. I used to handle the stress with lots of hot baths and hot chocolate after long days.
Spending time with friends and family is always a stress reliever!
It’s hard but I try my best to handle stress.
im not at all ready. i handle the stress by entering giveaways:)
I try to plan and organize so that I can relax during the holidays. I also try to remember that no one is looking for a magazine worthy holiday, just good times with friends and family.
Yes, I am ready. I handle the stress by listening to relaxation music.
Yes, Im ready. We just go with the flow and it works out great.
I am handling the stress with Prayer and Music. Also by not concentrating on myself as much.
I am definitely ready for the season! I love the holidays and I don’t get too stressed unless I don’t plan ahead. I like to get my shopping done throughout the year so it isn’t stressful!
I try to plan for the upcoming holidays to destress!
Tree is already up and decorated – half the stress is gone already. I try to space things out.
I am stressed…and I don’t know how to deal iwth that.
I am not ready for the season, it seems it always get me in a whirlwind and i’m sometimes wondering what to buy for people
ready for the season!
I deal with stress by making time for a very quick nap! Thanks for the great giveaway!
I’m ready, I usually read some to handle the stress! 🙂
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