It might be difficult to avoid holiday stress but there are, however, ways to reduce it. Respondents of the Mott Poll Report shared their methods of coping, the most popular of which was spending some time alone. Out of the interviewed parents, 71% chose this as their way of releasing tension during the festive season. Others turned to music (55%), exercise (46%), religion (28%), help from family members (23%), and work (15%).
The unexpected wittiness of the little ones in the family often also works like an antidote to the holiday stress. A snarky remark or financial advice coming from a six-year-old is destined to either make you giggle or re-evaluate your entire expenditure. Consequently, parent blogs and social media accounts become a boundless source of such utterances. And an excellent supply of serotonin.
When it comes to Christmas, some parents would argue that it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Luckily, there are outlets for their at times hilarious frustrations and ways to connect with fellow moms and dads out there!
