As the cold, dark months stretch out ahead, many of us will want to hunker down until spring. But, let’s be honest, who’s got time to rest when festive to-do lists are groaning and our diaries are filling up? As end-of-year pressure builds, it’s no surprise that overwhelm and anxiety levels also start to soar. In fact, a third of Brits say they’re frazzled by the time Christmas arrives*.
Wondering how to survive the coming season? Finding ways to unwind your body and mind is key – here’s how to swap chaos for calm over the coming weeks.
REFRAME EXPECTATIONS
High expectations can make the festive period feel difficult. ‘There are lots of reasons why – there’s the pressure to have the “perfect” family gathering, or to find the “perfect” gifts, not to mention financial worries,’ says Hannah.
Finding pockets of calm
