{"id":1751,"date":"2022-12-02T05:59:50","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T05:59:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wisdomwithwhiskers.com.au\/?p=1751"},"modified":"2026-03-20T04:25:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T04:25:26","slug":"how-to-beat-christmas-stress-and-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wisdomwithwhiskers.com.au\/?p=1751","title":{"rendered":"How to beat Christmas stress and anxiety"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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THE Christmas season is meant to be a time of joy, but for many people it can be a time of stress, anxiety, disappointment or loneliness. Christmas comes with high expectations of perfect, happy families enjoying luxurious celebrations and gifts, but not all of us are able to live up to these ideals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For those who have recently lost a loved one, Christmas can intensify feelings of grief and sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some people experience feelings of isolation, financial pressures or increased family conflict that can make this a very stressful time of year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, there are some steps you can take to help manage stress and anxiety during the festive period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you’re finding it difficult to manage your stress or anxiety, try healthdirect’s symptom checker to get advice on when to seek professional help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taking care of money worries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is the festive season a burden on your wallet? Here are some tips for managing your Christmas finances and reducing your financial stress during the silly season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Identify what\u2019s causing you financial stress. Buying gifts and attending social get togethers can be expensive. Plan ways to reduce spending. For example, you could suggest to your family and friends that you only buy gifts for the kids, or organise a \u2018Secret Santa\u2019 among the adults. Set a budget and stick to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find low cost ways to have fun. Don\u2019t let money cut you off from your family and friends. If you can\u2019t afford expensive restaurant meals or cocktail catch-ups, organise a BBQ in the park or a party at home where everyone brings a plate of food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Just because you\u2019re related doesn\u2019t mean your family members will all get along. Split families and unresolved conflicts may contribute to Christmas anxiety. Family and relationship problems can be a trigger for anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here are some ideas for getting through:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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