Avoiding HISS

... which stands for "holiday-induced stress syndrome." This article, from Forbes (of all places), doesn't just describe how bad holiday stress is for us. It actually provides a few basic tips, such as:

Set realistic goals. Plan ahead, shop and make travel plans early and pace yourself. This will help decrease last-minute anxiety.

Don't do everything on your own. Get everyone in the family to help with holiday tasks.

—Mellow Monk

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