The Big Sandy Mountaineer -

As we say goodbye to November and move into December, for some people, the thought of the holiday season brings heightened anxiety and pressure. For others, it is like floating on a cloud, they have anticipated it the whole year. For those who are already wore out by the thought of navigating the crowds and the never ending list of to-dos, here are some ways to possibly lessen the pressure and anxiety.

1. Simplify – You likely already have a busy life so adding anything more brings chaos. Simplify by setting a specific intention – what do you want to do and how to you want to do it. Foc...