Let’s face it; the holiday season can be stressful. There is shopping, cooking, cleaning and having to deal with some not so favorite family members. While this may be true for many of us there are ways to cope with the overwhelming anxiety that we will miss something or someone while we make our lists and check it twice and thrice.

The Mayo Clinic has excellent tips on how to deal with the stress of the oncoming holidays.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20047544

Psychology Today also has a great article on Holiday stressors and how to cope.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/in-the-age-anxiety/201111/10-common-holiday-stresses-and-how-cope-them-0

Check out our Surviving the Holidays Pinterest board for tips. 

https://www.pinterest.com/PMLIB/surviving-the-holidays/ 

Or stop by the library for great books and materials on how to de-stress, cooking and entertaining, decorating and any books you might enjoy reading for relaxation.

Remember to take time for yourself to just breathe. Don’t let the stress turn you into a miserable person. Enjoy the time spent with your family.

Happy Holidays!