5 Ways To Reduce Holiday Stress

Written by JoAnna Carey


Are those bells ringing in your ears a sign of holiday cheer or a sign of too much stress? Don't let this Holiday Season slip by in a blur of over scheduling. Commit to making changes -- one step at a time and you'll discoverrepparttar gift of a more enjoyable year-end celebration. As you jugglerepparttar 101384 complexities of work, home and family, here are 5 simple steps that may help you become as jolly as ol' St. Nick.

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Written by Robb Ksiazek


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