Frantically trying to finish gift buying? Feeling overwhelmed at the thought of hosting? Or maybe you have completely pushed the never-ending to-do list out of your mind because it just feels too much. You’re not alone – 81%* of adults report that they experience more stress during the festive season – with getting into debt, lack of time and family gatherings being the biggest culprits. But, all is not lost – there are plenty of simple ways you can bring calm into the celebrations. Here, our experts reveal how…
Plan ahead
The key to a less stressful Christmas lies in thoughtful planning. Take a moment to make a ‘wise mind’ decision about how you’d like to spend the day, suggests consultant psychologist Dr Elena Touroni, co-founder of