5 Ways to Soothe the Stress of Holiday Logistics
‘Tis the season to be jolly! So why is everyone so stressed out!
The holidays are a whirlwind of gift giving, meal making, song singing, and gathering. It’s no wonder that 80% of us find the holiday season “somewhat” or “very” stressful. Add to that an ongoing worldwide pandemic, and we have a recipe for a season of disaster.
But it doesn’t have to be that way.
The logistics of making the holidays merry are tough, but there are ways to enjoy the holidays and reduce the stress you inevitably feel this season.
Let the #1 courier in Dallas deliver you some tips for soothing the stress of holiday logistics.
Tip #1: Practice Moderation
Everything from events to spending to Christmas cookies is best when enjoyed in moderation. Too many activities, though all of them might be “good”, have a negative impact on our physical and mental health. Prioritize this season, and enjoy all the great parts of the holidays in moderation.
Tip #2: Set a Budget
The pandemic has led to a 20% decrease in national income. That means a lot of folks are feeling the pressure of finances this holiday season. The best way to combat this is to create a budget. Take a look at current cash flow, and decide how much you have to spend on Christmas gifts, meals, and travel. Stick to your budget, and reduce financial stress later. Don’t forget, “giving” doesn’t have to mean “buying”. Making gifts, giving time, and experiences are great alternatives to pricy presents.
Tip #3: Schedule Alone Time
Another reason so many people are stressed during this season is they just tired of being constantly surrounded by people. Extended and close knit families can eventually grate on your nerves. Take time to be an individual this season. Care for yourself so you can adequately care for others. Scheduling alone time isn’t selfish, it’s healthy.
Tip #4: Or Schedule Togetherness
If you live alone, you might have an abundance of alone time. In that case, schedule some togetherness. Whether you’re meeting in person or virtually, surround yourself with loved ones this season to stave off depression such as Seasonal Affective Disorder. Socializing, even over the phone or computer, sharpens our memory and cognitive skills.
Tip #4: Get Your Exercise
Not only will a little daily exercise help keep those Christmas pounds away, it will also improve your mood. Science shows that exercise boosts those “happy hormones” like serotonin. This stimulates the production of endorphins which foster relaxation and reduce tension. It doesn’t take much! Even a brisk walk every day is enough to soothe holiday stress.
Tip #5: Manage Your Expectations
The perfect Christmas doesn’t exist. Just ask Charlie Brown! Keeping up with the Joneses is exhausting and unfulfilling. Instead, consider what makes Christmas special to you and your family. Make a few things priority- such as church service together or decorating Christmas cookies. Let the rest go on the back-burner.
Tip #6: Make it Easy
When you can take a shortcut, take it! Whether that means a catered meal, pre-made cookie dough, or an artificial tree (We know! But it will be ok!), taking the short cut isn’t cheating, it’s working smarter. The holidays are tough, so make it easy when you can.
Speaking of making things easier, Dallas Courier is doing a great job of soothing stress at the workplace.
We offer scheduled deliveries for your daily or weekly routes, as well as urgent deliveries for those last minute holiday transportation needs. We also offer out of town delivery services so you don’t have to waste your precious time during this season moving product throughout the state of Texas, or even across the United States.
Dallas Courier has made managing your logistics easier, as well. Our new app- Eagle Express- is available for free on the app store, and offers easy logistics management and delivery tracking from your fingertips. If you run into trouble, Dallas Courier is your 24/7 courier, with a member of our team answering phones no matter when you call.
Soothe the stress this holiday season! Let Dallas Courier assist with holiday deliveries in Dallas so you can get back to what’s most important this Christmas.
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