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Holidays can be tough. And for some it’s not a holiday at all. This time of year can be a really exhausting time of the year, whether it’s being separated from loved ones, remembering those who have passed, or simply celebrating Christmas. At the office, work can be a place of respite and a reminder. If you work in retail, it’s nearly impossible to avoid the busy season from early November to late December. But whether your job is in a corporate or other environment, holiday music, Christmas gift chatter, and generally the seasonal “loudness” of this time of year can be exhausting.
Work-based holiday celebrations can be especially stressful
If possible, use work as a break. If going to work is a distraction from the holiday season, there’s nothing wrong with that. If you’re still hunkered down on a Friday night, you might be asked questions about your travel plans or some light banter. But it’s easy to say you want things to start right away. Or remind people not to celebrate the holiday. If you have a personal reason for struggling during the holidays (as opposed to simply not honoring them), decide how much to share with your co-workers. It’s enough to say lightly, but audibly, “Sometimes the holidays can be a little tough.”
If it’s easier to leave the office, work remotely. With the proliferation of remote and hybrid work, this may be the easiest solution if your workplace is leaning towards the holiday season. If this time of year is full of holiday lunches, the office is decked out with Christmas decorations, and Secret Santa parties are being held at the office…maybe it might be easier to work from home. The extent to which you must disclose in the workplace clearly depends on the circumstances. If you need a quick explanation, just say, “I think I’m more productive working from home during the season.” and you may be a worker productivity It is much more difficult to maintain during the holidays, and employers thank you It means that someone is voluntarily increasing their concentration instead of decreasing it.
Choose a work-related holiday event that is meaningful to you. The truth is politics For business matters. And being sociable and empathetic is a big part of that. if you are a team leaderthere will be even more pressure to participate in holiday activities. However, you can also delegate the responsibility of organizing holiday lunches to someone on your team (who is also a holiday enthusiast). While events like Secret Santa may be easy to skip, the official holiday dinner or evening party may be worth at least attending. These activities may be the most difficult to accomplish, so don’t participate in them all. Please choose the one that is most important to you.
your holiday stress you are not alone. Also, remember that it’s very likely that you’re not the only one struggling with the holidays. Ten years ago, the following study was reported by Harvard Medical School: 62 percent Respondents reported increased stress during the holiday period. The number probably increased due to COVID-19 (new coronavirus infection)economic uncertainty, and the recent US election. The 2023 APA study found: 89% of respondents feel increased stress while on vacation.
In addition to all the people mourning their loved ones during this time (a number that increased due to the pandemic just a few years ago); divorceillness, financial hardship, or other challenges. Those who are struggling with alcohol abuse or those addicted to other substances may feel the effects of those illnesses during this time. In other words, you can’t get yourself into the holiday spirit, but you have to remember that others don’t either.
Use time at home this holiday season to de-stress and re-energize
Using time at home to recharge can help you stay productive and comfortable at work. No matter what steps you take to distance yourself from the holidays at work, you can’t ignore this season completely. Therefore, it is more important than ever to ensure that you practice better self-care at home. For some people, working from home will be the perfect solution. You can shut out most work-related holiday decorations and conversations. However, if full remote work isn’t an option, instead use your time at home as an opportunity to recharge and distance yourself from the holiday frenzy.
Reduce your TV intake social media. In fact, the Christmas season is the biggest retail period of the year and for many people, a very religious event. You can’t avoid it completely, and trying to avoid it can be frustrating. However, what you can do is reduce some of the noise coming in. This could be as simple as treating yourself to a month of ad-free streaming services so you can binge-watch without Christmas commercials. That might mean turning off some social media notifications so you don’t get bombarded with photos of decorated front lawns and holiday cookies. Think realistically and actively decline anything you can. The holiday season may not be the most wonderful time of the year, but you can find peace and joy in your own private space.
