- Don鈥檛 over-commit. It is okay to say 鈥渘o.鈥 Be politely assertive when faced with your many holiday obligations.
- Set realistic expectations. Temper your expectations and realize that everything may not go according to script. Be flexible.
- Remember that you don鈥檛 have to spend a lot to show you care. Don鈥檛 overspend and get yourself into debt. Create a comfortable holiday budget and stick to it!
- Don鈥檛 get blindsided by fatigue. Make it a priority to get rest, exercise and eat well.
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