Holiday Stress

How are you doing with all of the holiday activities? Have they become too stressful for you yet? If we are not careful we can get so wrapped up in all of the shopping, the parties, and the family get togethers, that we become overwhelmed and not enjoy this season. I have been so busy lately myself, that I just realized that Christmas is in 14 days! I have had so much going on at church and in other areas in my life, that I have totally lost some time. I love this season and am determined to take it all in over the next two weeks. Here is my advice on how to get the joy back for the season.

1) Remember the reason - This season is about the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He is the reason that we celebrate and give gifts to those that we love. This season is not about recieving, but giving. Spend more time with Him over the next few weeks and this will add joy.

2) Spend more time with family - You need to spend more time with your spouse and children. I have two little boys who are absolutely loving Christmas. They love the songs and the decorations and everything else that comes with it. It is a delight everyday to see the joy in their faces. Spending time with family and unwinding will relieve the stress and bring joy.

3) Enjoy the Christmas classics - Take time to watch the classics that are coming on your t.v. The same one's that you enjoyed when you were a child, your children will now enjoy. Take time to sing the songs and bake some treats together. Take the time to go out and look at decorations and lights, or go to a parade.

These things will allow you to refocus and enjoy your Christmas. Take it all in because you will not get this one back. God bless