Have a happy (and less stressful) holiday

Depending on your personal situation, the holidays can be a mix of strong emotions. Some people feel happy and excited, and anticipate the holidays. Others might feel depressed or lonely. Some may have mixed feelings about gathering with family, others may worry that holiday spending might break their budget. It's clear that whether the feelings are happy or sad, stress is a part of the holiday season.

WebMD has a list of dos and don'ts to help you navigate the holiday season peacefully. They include:

• Exercise daily. It can relieve depression and help prevent weight gain.
• Turn off your TV.
• Keep spending to a minimum.
• Spend time socializing with others to alleviate loneliness.
• Focus on what's important this holiday season, and try to find balance in your life.

If you find yourself getting stressed, try to remove yourself from the hype and slow down this holiday season.