Five ways to put thanks back into the holidays by Patricia Damery — As the holidays approach, with all the tensions of holiday expectations, you can do five things to enhance the gratitude (and enjoyment) quotient of the days. Current research underscores the importance of doing so. Gratitude is bonding and allows us to meet […]
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Dealing with loss during the holidays
December 17, 2014
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Dealing with loss during the holidays by Dannette Hunnel — The holiday season can be a catalyst for feelings of loss. Loss is descriptive individually, as it can involve anything from a relationship breakdown, empty nest syndrome, or loss of a limb to having a car repossessed. Other common losses are loss of status, a […]
Overcoming holiday stress
August 27, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — The holidays are coming, the holidays are coming! How do I know? Because I am feeling such stress that I don’t know which way to go. If this is your mantra lately, stress may be the first thing that you think of as the holidays approach. Too often, the holidays are […]
Tips for surviving and even thriving this holiday
July 17, 2012
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by Nathalie Ekobo — You have probably experienced holiday stress. You know what it looks like. Think back to last year. What did you and your family enjoy most? The least? Remember how you felt the day after Thanksgiving, December 26th or January 2nd? How would you like to feel after the holidays this year? […]
Healthy holiday tips
February 22, 2012
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by Paula Owens — The holiday season is upon us. Schedules are filling up with shopping, work deadlines, parties, houseguests and other obligations. Socializing during the holidays can be challenging, especially if your business associates, friends and family are not as health-conscious as you are. Fortunately, there is plenty you can do to avoid that […]
December 18, 2014
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