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Re: Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

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Re: Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

CorpCons08 — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 19:02:36 GMT

Very nice example with Clark W. Griswald lol.

Re: Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

Lighthouse24 — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 18:59:09 GMT

Unfortunately, being "busy" may cause us to stop doing the very things that help us handle stress -- regular exercise and a healthy diet. Under stress, our bodies produce high levels of cortisol and adrenaline, which can cause hormone imbalances, a rapid loss of nutrients, and reduced immunity. Physical exercise reroutes the adrenaline and halts the release of cortisol. Decreasing the intake of certain unhealthy foods (many of which are convenient "fast foods" or sweet holiday favorites), and increasing the intake of specific healthy foods, can help replace nutrients more quickly, regulate hormones, and restore immunity.

Not being able to say "no" can also cause holiday overload and stress. It may be more difficult to tell someone no, and to fend off feelings of guilt during the holidays than at other times, yet we have to able to keep our time commitments manageable.

And unlike Clark W. Griswald in all the National Lampoon Vacation movies, we have to have realistic expectations for ourselves and for everyone else to begin with. A "perfect" holiday season is going to require about 900 percent more work from everyone than a "great" holiday season.

Re: Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

LUCKIEST — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 18:00:40 GMT

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Re: Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

CorpCons08 — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 17:00:05 GMT

teacup,

One of the most important things to do is have open communication with your employees. I would suggest a morning huddle up to discuss the goals of the day and to get feedback about any issues employees may be having. You could also end the day with a wrap up, to do the same thing. Employees appreciate knowing that their feedback matters, especially during the holiday season. Also remember, the holidays can be busy for businesses, make sure your employees get adequate break time in order to refresh so that they do not get burned out.

Regards,
CorpCons08

Any tips on managing stress during the holidays!

teacup — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 16:45:36 GMT

This is the busiest time of the year for businesses. Wondering if anyone has any tips on managing stress, etc.