Keep your perspective: Remain sane this Christmas
The holiday season has somehow become one of the most taxing times of the year. From party planning, to dinner menus, to gift shopping, what used to be a simple and relaxing time of year has become a source of stress and chaos. This Christmas, why not consider making things simple by following these easy holiday tips:
Don't stress over the dress – You've bought the perfect dress for your Christmas work party, but finding the matching red pumps is putting you over the edge. Breathe. Take a minute to go through your closet and pick a pair you already own. No one will notice you're wearing last year's heels and besides, it's a Christmas party, not a fashion show. Be confident and work with the things you already have.
Yes, there is plenty of food – It's still days before your annual family Christmas dinner and it's your turn to host. You've bought enough food to feed a small village, but will it be enough? What if grandpa doesn't eat trifle? Relax. Put the fruitcake down and walk out of the grocery store. Reflect on the millions of children around the world struggling to eat even a single meal today.
Keep your boxing gloves at home – It's Christmas Eve and you've left your shopping until the last minute again, even though you vowed, “This year, it will be different!” Stop. Don't fight the crowds for that last parking spot and don't you dare pay for an overpriced sweater that your aunt will never wear. Save yourself the stress and spend your Christmas Eve relaxing at home by shopping online. Consider donating to a meaningful cause in honour of those hard–to–buy–for relatives. Check out the great gifts you can buy through World Vision's Gift Catalogue (
WorldVision.ca/gifts) which provide families around the world with the things that we take for granted every day.
Yes, it is that simple. Merry Christmas and happy relaxing!
