Prioritize what needs to get done, be it catching up on work at the office so you can spend time with your family or reading that book your teacher assigned over the break. Some tasks may be able to wait or may not even need to be done at all, like folding your napkins into swans for your holiday dinner, or sending out personalized holiday messages to everyone on each of your social media accounts.
Consider making your own gifts to save some money. There are tons of unique ideas that people will love to receive. Homemade decorations are also a great way to cut down on costs. They are also fun to make and could be a nice way to get the whole family involved. You could have a potluck dinner instead of preparing everything yourself. Not only will this reduce the cost and workload, but it will also ensure your table is filled with a variety of dishes so there will be something everyone loves.
Talk with the people you care about and let them know what you need. [9] X Expert Source Jennifer Guttman, PsyDLicensed Clinical Psychologist Expert Interview. 26 July 2021.
