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Abby's Magazine - November/ December 2014 | Page 35 3 Chill. "Can I afford it?" "Will it be perfect?" Even things we look forward to, like parties or gifts, can come with worries attached. If you feel stressed out, stop what you're doing for just a moment. Take five deep breaths – all-the-way- down-to-your-belly deep. Concentrate on each breath as you inhale and exhale. Walk over to a window and look out at the sky. Then go back to what you were doing, realizing that holiday drama will happen. Just hope it leaves you with some great stories to tell. 4 Beat e blues. Holiday depression doesn't just happen in songs. For some people, it's seasonal, brought on by shorter days, longer nights, and colder weather. Other people are going through difficult life events like a breakup or a move. If you feel down, go outside, even if it's cold where you live. Sunlight and exercise are great mood lifters. Try a seasonal activity to put you in the holiday spirit, like ice-skating or neighborhood carol singing. And don't hesitate to talk to someone you trust, like a parent or teacher, about how you're feeling. Also, there are supplements that can help; for example, "Mood Positive" by Natrol. 5 G some ZZZs. Getting 8 ½ to 9 hours of sleep a night during the holidays can help strengthen your immune system, give you more energy, and make you less vulnerable to stress. One of the top things to do for your health is to get out and have fun. Forget about the tough stuff for a while (except for your safety, of course – be sure someone knows where you are and watch out for drunk drivers). Laugh and enjoy yourself – the holidays only come once a year. To avoid a pounding head and queasiness the morning after, drink in moderation or stay away from alcohol entirely, because it's often easy to overindulge. Alternating your drinks with water or another non-alcoholic beverage can help you slow down and stay hydrated. The B vitamins in the blood stream drop after drinking. Headaches associated with hangovers relate to the decrease in B vitamins. Taking 3 tablets of "Hangover Formula" by Source Naturals after drinking alcohol will help avoid the hangover. If hangover is experienced the next morning, take three more. Note: Allergies: contains soy. Avoiding Hangovers