The Christmas stress is starting to set in a little bit.
I used to get overly stressed around Christmas time, after I had kids. I just wanted everything to go perfectly and be fun and memorable. But I also didn't realize just how much moms shoulder the burden of Christmas until I had kids. It took me a while to figure out how to balance the Christmas season better, without letting the stress totally overwhelm me.
But clearly I'm still susceptible. Christmas is basically two weeks away guys, two weeks. And I have barely started any wrapping, and half the Christmas cards have yet to be sent. Thankfully last week was the busiest week on our December calendar, and the next couple weeks will hopefully be much calmer and more joy-filled.
All that to say, I have a post up on Rooted.com about simplifying Christmas. I'm talking about focusing on what...and Who...is really important this time of year. I hope you'll go check it out, and then come back and please give me your best tips for navigating the Christmas season gracefully! It's something I'm still trying to practice.
I've also actually written alot about Christmas and stress in the past, so obviously it's been an issue around here in the past, ha! You can check out some of those posts below.
When Christmas Stresses You Out
Six Christmas Stressors (And What To Do About Them)
Five Ways To De-Stress During The Christmas Season
Four Ways To Recognize Advent As A Mom
My No-Stress Christmas To-Do List
Three Ways I'm Preparing For Christmas Before Thanksgiving
Yep, you hit the nail on the head: "moms shoulder the burden"! I have done nothing to get ready for Christmas, other than a few decorations. Sigh.
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