“Being under constant stress, our psyche is in dire need of rest. In psychology there is the concept of “balance of tension and relaxation.” So, the Christmas holidays can be the same chance to relax a little in order to restore the lost balance,” the psychologist explained.
1. Do a good deed
If feelings of guilt interfere with the festive mood, you can take responsibility and do a good deed. For example, create a Christmas basket for internally displaced persons, a parcel with necessary supplies to the front for defenders and defenders. You can also pay attention to those around you by helping them.
2. Fill yourself up to be useful to others
To support others, you must first support yourself. Therefore, you need to monitor your own regimen and physical condition. Don't forget to take a walk in the fresh air and don't avoid exercise.
3. Don’t overburden yourself
If pre-New Year's preparations are exhausting, you should allow yourself to shorten the list of must-dos, simplify the holiday menu and listen to what you really want.
If you stop acting automatically and think about whether something that takes up a lot of time is really “needed,” you will be able to hear your true needs. And this could be a simple rest in silence, a quiet evening talking with a loved one, or time alone with yourself.
4. Accept holidays as small joys
Christmas and New Year are those moments when the whole family gets together. And such meetings provide support and joy even against the backdrop of general stress. Therefore, you should not throw these holidays out of your life, because they provide an opportunity to restore at least a little emotional strength.
