The holidays have a way of stirring up every emotion at once. One minute you’re excited about the lights going up, and the next you’re stressed because the calendar is suddenly packed and your house looks nothing like the photos on Instagram. It’s easy to feel like you’re falling short, even when you’re doing your best. Adjusting your expectations can take some of the pressure off and help you enjoy the parts of the season that truly matter.

Manage your expectations

A lot of holiday stress comes from holding onto an idea of how things are supposed to look. Movies, ads, and everyone else’s “perfect” posts make it seem like every gathering should be flawless. Realistically, they won’t be. Take a moment to check in with yourself about what you’re expecting this year . Some traditions may

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