{"id":9670,"date":"2012-12-24T04:30:52","date_gmt":"2012-12-24T12:30:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress-367309-1145696.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=9670"},"modified":"2012-12-24T04:30:52","modified_gmt":"2012-12-24T12:30:52","slug":"3-ways-to-beat-holiday-stress-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/feelgoodstyle.com\/articles\/3-ways-to-beat-holiday-stress-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Beat Holiday Stress Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Merry Christmas eve, you guys! Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, chances are this has been a hectic month. It’s hard to escape the holiday stress<\/a> when it’s all around you, and now that we’re on the eve of the big day it’s time to take some time to take care of yourself.<\/p>\n When things get hectic, it’s so easy to for us to neglect our own mental health. Between family descending, busy travel schedules, and shopping for and wrapping gifts<\/a>, our days are jam-packed. I ran across a quote that felt like it really resonated this holiday season – I wish I could remember where I saw it – but it went something like this:<\/p>\n When you don’t think you possibly have time to take a little break is exactly when you need to take one.<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Not only does caring for yourself help reduce your stress, but it can help improve your productivity. Don’t you feel like you get more done when you’re centered and focused? Check out our three ideas for ways to take a quick break and help quell some of that holiday stress.<\/p>\n Up Next: Don’t forget to breathe!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Image Credit: Holiday Stress<\/a> photo via Shutterstock<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When we’re stressed, we often stake quick, shallow breaths instead of the deep, nourishing breaths that our bodies need to function best. Duck away for just a few minutes and try this simple deep breathing exercise:<\/p>\n Up Next: Walk it out!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Image Credit: Deep Breathing<\/a> photo via Shutterstock<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Put your dog on a leash and take her for a brisk walk around the block. If you don’t have a dog, that’s OK! Grab your mp3 player and put on some relaxing music or your favorite podcast and head out for a walk. Just the motion of walking is so healthy for our bodies and our brains. Even a 10 or 15 minute walk can do wonders for your well being!<\/p>\n While you’re out, try not to think about what’s stressing you out. Just enjoy this break from your obligations and let the exercise release endorphins to help you cope with that holiday stress!<\/p>\n Up Next: Take a soothing bath.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Image Credit: Taking a Walk<\/a> photo via Shutterstock<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n When you’re getting ready for that holiday shindig, try taking a nice, hot bath instead of a shower. To really help you relax, try pouring in a generous helping of epsom salts and 10-15 drops of a soothing essential oil<\/a> like lavender. Turn down the lights, put on some relaxing music, and soak your woes away.<\/p>\n What about you guys?<\/strong> How have you been coping with holiday stress without taking too much time from your busy schedules?<\/p>\n Image Credit: Taking a Bath<\/a> photo via Shutterstock<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Merry Christmas eve, you guys! Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, chances are this has been a hectic month. It’s hard to escape the holiday stress when it’s all around you, and now that we’re on the eve of the big day it’s time to take some time to take care of yourself. 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1. Don’t Forget to Breathe<\/h2>\n
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2. Walk it Out<\/h2>\n
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3. Take a Soothing Bath<\/h2>\n