As the countdown quickens to the big day, becoming holiday overwhelmed is on overload. From hosting people to preparing the big meal, all the little items add up to gigantic concerns. It can make even the most cheerful person feel a little grinchy. With a few simple ideas, that stress can be taken out the door.
Everyone has tips and tricks for avoiding holiday stress. It might be a cup of tea and lighting a candle. Or, it might be cocktail sitting by the fire. It could be as simple as five minutes locked in a bathroom avoiding the noise of too many people in the house. No matter the scenario, little ideas can and do make a difference.
When it comes to the holiday meals, a new trend has come to fruition. The phrase about progress not perfection might apply in other setting, but it is valid in the food world too. As Knorr said previously, people are focused on the effort put into the meal. That simple idea should be the mantra for everything this holiday season.
That willingness to just let go is vital during the final push for all the activities during the end of the year. Hefty is turning a chore into a way to take that mental break.
The Trash Time Out campaign takes the garbage out both literally and figuratively. The brand has created some guided mediations, breathing exercises, and other ideas to encourage people to step away from the chaos.
This idea might feel a little silly, but it makes sense and it is easy to accomplish. It does not even have to be literally taking out the trash. Simply leaving the room where the snarky comment was made or the ambiance is a little too heightened can be helpful.
While Hefty has a physical suggestion, Johnsonville has a different approach to its holiday advice. It wants people to Keep It Juicy. From constant bickering to stress over what may happen in the New Year, people need to find the joy in the season.
The idea behind this Keep It Juicy idea is to “turn down the temperature.” The only juicy item on the table should be the food. Otherwise, it is time to tamper the heat and focus on the positive.
When the holiday overwhelmed feelings seem to be overflowing, it is time to take a step back and just pause. Whether it is taking out the trash or just keeping it juicy, re-focus the sentiment to more joyful moments. After all, the season is about gratitude, not negative grumblings.