Preventing holiday stress [Video]

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – Between the holiday planning and the hustle and bustle, your nervous system can get off track during the holidays.

Stress triggers vary from person to person, but there are common factors to keep in mind, like family dynamics, financial pressure, gift-giving, and more.

Licensed Professional Counselor Charleen Sproles was able to sit down with us and talk us through some of the prevention steps you can take.

“Other people prefer to shop, you know, a little here, a little there . Online shopping [is] really convenient,” said Boles. “It’s kind of whatever gets you energized. I think pace is good.”

Sometimes, during the holiday season, you can get caught up in the moment, especially if you are hosting family events. It is important to remember to give yourself grace.

“We jam-pack our schedules so full that sometimes we become overstressed, and that leads to feeling overwhelmed. …