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HOLIDAY STRESS

HOLIDAY STRESS. Putting “happy” back in the holidays. Presented by Cigna Employee Assistance Program. SEMINAR GOALS. Identify the main sources of holiday stress Learn ways to manage holiday stress Develop a personal holiday self-care plan

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HOLIDAY STRESS

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  1. HOLIDAY STRESS Putting “happy” back in the holidays Presented by Cigna Employee Assistance Program

  2. SEMINAR GOALS • Identify the main sources of holiday stress • Learn ways to manage holiday stress • Develop a personal holiday self-care plan • Know the benefits of your Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  3. What is Stress? • Majority of Americans experience holiday stress • What is holiday stress? • Identify primary sources of holiday stress What is holiday stress?

  4. 1 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 1 Let go of unrealistic expectations • Don’t expect the impossible from yourself or others • Can’t recreate the past • There is no perfect holiday

  5. 2 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 2 Try not to isolate yourself • Be aware of and respectful of sensitive triggers in yourself and others • Work to stay in the present • Keep busy • Invite others to get together • Be proactive, not reactive • Seek support • Give back: Volunteer

  6. 3 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 3 Re-evaluate your traditions • Traditions can provide comfort and stress • Are they too stressful? • Are they too time-consuming? • Do they sit make sense?

  7. 4 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 4 Don’t expect family issues to disappear • Reduce the time you plan to spend with those family members • Let go of past conflicts, resentments, practice forgiveness • Balance your needs with your family’s needs • Build structure into holiday plans for divorced and blended families

  8. 5 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 5 Don’t over-commit yourself • Eliminate stressful or unnecessary activities and chores • Separate the emotional from the practical • Learn to say “no” • Ask for help and delegate tasks • Nurture yourself

  9. 6 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 6 Start saving early • Set aside a holiday fund • Plan your spending Negotiate gift-giving limits • Set gift spending limits and alternatives • Give to those in need Budget boosters • Include all expenses in seasonal budget • Use cash or pre-paid card to enforce spending limits • Keep a record of what is spent to stay on track • Recognize the real value of gift giving

  10. 7 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 7 Practical time-saving tips • Plan ahead • Use technology • Get organized Shopping showdown • Go with a game plan • Keep it manageable • Make it fun!

  11. 8 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 8 It’s about the kids: • Creating positive memories and traditions • Keep them involved • Help them set their own realistic expectations • Mind their needs and schedules

  12. 9 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 9 Practice moderation: • Eat, drink, and spend in moderation: • Be active…Exercise • Eat a balanced diet • Rest, Relax, Renew

  13. 10 HEALTHY HOLIDAY TIP NO. 10 Remember the true meaning of the holidays • Focus on the positive • Beware of excessive commercialism • Take care of you

  14. Benefits of theEAP Face to face sessions (1-3) Confidential Prepaid Unlimited telephonic consultation Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Household benefit Work/life support such as eldercare, childcare and pet care Financial services Legal services Access options: (877) – 622 – 4327 www.cignabehavioral.com Employer ID: serco

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