Happy holidays!

During the winter holiday season we hope you'll find lots to cheer your heart -- spending time with family, decorating a fragrant tree, and baking seasonal goodies, just to name a few. But crowded stores, juggling work and home, and visiting relatives can take their toll on your nerves. To help you fend off frustration, we've put together a holiday stress first-aid kit. Check out our offerings, below.

A therapist shares her personal and professional advice in an essay on dealing with the demands of the holiday season.

Sometimes we get so caught up in our shopping lists and party planning that we can forget that the holidays are really about spending restful time with people we love. We review two books that promote simple living as a way to reduce stress year-round -- The Simple Living Guide by Janet Luhrs and Choosing Simplicity by Linda Breen Pierce.

What causes you the most holiday stress? Travel or shopping.. or hearing too many Christmas carols? Vote in our poll.

Are the holidays driving you nuts? Check out our stress-busting suggestions for maintaining your sanity this season.

Read up on the latest stress-related news, find helpful primers and resources, and more.

First published November 24, 1999
Last updated November 30, 2006
Copyright © 2005 Consumer Health Interactive

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