How Singing Christmas Music Can Help Relieve Holiday Stress

The holiday season evokes many emotions, causing stress and fatigue. Food, family, and fatigue add to the angst. So how do we feel good about the extra cookies, relationship drama, and long hours shopping? According to research, singing can help relieve holiday stress by releasing pleasure endorphins and oxytocin. These hormones have been found to alleviate … Read more

8 Ways to Reduce Stress During the Holidays

8 Ways to Reduce Stress During the Holidays

If you get stressed out during the holidays, here are some practices to put in place to help you focus on the real reason for the season. Eight Ways to Reduce Stress During the Holidays will help you enjoy the true meaning of the season.  The snow pelted the open window as smoke filled the … Read more

4 Tips for Handling Extended Family Stress During the Holidays

The holidays are nearing again. Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations bring family traditions to the forefront as we bid farewell to a year most are glad to see go. We’ll be forever changed in some ways, but believers have much to celebrate. But along with the joy comes handling extended family stress during the holidays.  “As … Read more

Tips for Holiday Gift-Giving

How does it feel when you receive the perfect gift? It feels even better when you’re able to give that special gift to someone else. Yes, giving is powerful! Research found that when you give to others your stress level lowers, and your mood improves. Studies showed that people are happier when they spent money … Read more