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Season’s Greetings Christmas can be a stressful time. The expense of buying gifts and heightened expectations can all combine to undermine our best intentions. If you find there are certain aspects of holiday celebrations that upset you or make you feel anxious, I guarantee that you’re not alone as family tensions, not enough time and unrealistic expectations often lead to high levels of stress during holiday periods. It doesn’t have to be that way! The Guide to Surviving Christmas has been designed for you – to help you keep stress at bay, your emotions in check and support you to enjoy the holiday period. I am certain that you will find many useful tips in this guide for planning and enjoying the holiday season. May the season bring you fun filled moments full of happiness, love and laughter. Patricia Occelli CEO, Interrelate