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Top 10 Ways to Reduce Stress during the Holiday Season

1. Laugh – Laughing like crazy reduces stress hormones, therefore helping your immunes cells function better.
2. Breathe Deep – Taking deep a deep breath has shown to lower cortisol levels, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety.
3. Take a Bath – Soaking in Water has a soothing effect. Add lavender, bath oils or aromatherapy candles and your well on your way to complete Zen.
4. Hug Someone Everyday – studies show that the perceived social support by frequent hugging protects you from stress-induces infections.
5. Unplug – While at first it can feel stressful to disconnect; give it a chance you will find yourself appreciating the break away from the WORLD WIDE WEB.
6. Take a whiff of citrus - Researchers found that certain citrus fragrances boost feelings of well-being and alleviate stress by upping levels of norepinephrine, a hormone that affects mood.
7. Forget perfection – Stop obsessing over doing it all. The world is not going to end if the house is a little cluttered or dinner is on the table a few minutes late. Don’t sweat the small stuff and your holiday will be much more enjoyable.
8. Enjoy some spice – Hot foods trigger the release of endorphins – the natural chemicals that trigger feelings of euphoria and well-being.
9. Turn up the tunes - Listen to your favorite music – Research shows that hearing music you love can relax blood vessels and increase blood flow. That not only calms you down but is good for your heart, too.
10. Fit in exercise – It may be the last thing you feel like doing when you are stressed out, but going for a run or hitting the gym can actually make you feel better. Research has found that workouts can boost your mood for up to 12 hours.