Tips Reduce Christmas Stress and Holiday Anger

Part III

By Lori Lite

‘Tis the season to be jolly… and stressed out?   Yes, the Children’s Hospital of Central California sadly points out an increase in child abuse during the holidays due to stress. Unmanaged Christmas stress can turn into anger and violence. Let’s keep the holidays bright with an emphasis on connecting and strengthening family bonds. Happy, peaceful memories can be had with a little effort to learn to manage anger and stress. Real time techniques are free and available yet very few families are aware of how easy it is to implement. Please share this with your friends so we can increase our children’s chances of having a healthy, safe, and Merry Christmas.

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Moms of Special Needs Children Have Needs Too!

by Lori Lite

Moms of Special Needs Children are stressed out. According to a study conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Moms of adolescents with Autism experience and have stress levels similar to “Combat Soldiers!” This revealing statement is applicable for all moms, dads, siblings, and  families of Special Needs Children. Families face physical, emotional, and financial demands while surviving on less sleep and less time for themselves than the average parent. A night of uninterrupted sleep is a vague memory for many parents. Holiday time is a great time of year to reach out with a smile and a caring hand. Thank you to Snappin Ministries Special Needs Parents Network and my Facebook friends for providing me with the following insights. …Details and ORDERS »

Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress Part II

by Lori Lite

They know when you are sleeping,  they know when you’re stressed out! The American Psychology Association noted that 39% of children feel sad and worried when their parents are stressed. Holidays bring heighten emotions and challenges. A little awareness and a few tips to reduce holiday stress and increase Christmas joy! …Details and ORDERS »

12 Tips Reduce Christmas Stress Part I

By Lori Lite

Stress is contagious…but so is joy! The American Psychology Association noted that 91% of children are aware of  parent stress.  Holidays bring an increase in emotions, spending, entertaining, traveling, changes in routine, and family stress. Tips reduce Christmas stress, promote family, and make room for more joy. …Details and ORDERS »

Have a Stress Free Holiday with Teens

By Cindy Springsteen and Lori Lite

As the Christmas and Hanukkah seasons are approaching us quickly, we are faced with our teenagers being home for the holidays and the question of how to have a stress free holiday with teens. This is a very exciting time for teens, as the stresses of homework and tests will be put aside for a short time. So what will they do with their time? This is something that should be discussed ahead of time and put into perspective. Parents will not want to spend the next two weeks arguing with their teenager, so if all the expectations are set forth ahead of time, there will be less chance of conflict and less stress during the vacation. …Details and ORDERS »

Teacher Gift Ideas!

by Lori Lite

Each year we ask our friends for good teacher gift ideas. This year I asked teachers and found out that teachers do NOT want one more ceramic apple with an adorable worm peeking out and they do not want your favorite  perfume. 

A study published  in the International Journal of Stress Management states  67 percent of teachers surveyed described their jobs as extremely stressful.Teachers that were introduced to relaxation and breathing exercises reported significantly lower levels at the end of the year than teachers who did not participate in the program.

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Don’t Get Gobbled Up by Thanksgiving Stress!

by Lori Lite

Holidays with family can mean an increase in chaos and stress. Having a Thanksgiving plan can reduce anxiety and elevate the joy factor allowing us to have the holiday we always dreamed of. G-R-A-T-E-F-U-L Thanksgiving Stress Tips . …Details and ORDERS »

Helping Children Avoid Holiday Meltdowns

The holiday season brings with it family, traditions and memories that last a lifetime. It can also bring unwanted stress, added responsibilities to an otherwise already busy schedule and for children it can mean holiday meltdowns.

Lori Lite, a childhood anxiety expert and creator of  Stress Free Kids says it is important to keep children on regular schedules to avoid holiday meltdowns. …Details and ORDERS »

Holiday Stress Tips That De-Stress Your Holiday Celebration and Encourage Stress Free Kids!

Here are some tips to help you and your children lower holiday stress levels and have a more enjoyable holiday season.

1. Even though the kids are on vacation and staying up late you can still put them on a bedtime schedule. Pick a reasonable time that does not cause you any stress. A whole household can become calm knowing that the children get ready for bed at 9:30 and lights out at 10:00. The kids will appreciate feeling well rested and you will appreciate time for yourself. …Details and ORDERS »

From Kids to Santa: I Want A Pony, A Baseball Glove, and A Lot Less Stress

Stress Free Kids Creator, Lori Lite Shares Tips for Helping Kids Cope with Holiday Stress This Year

ATLANTA, December 03, 2009 –Tired children, late nights, cramped kitchens, argumentative relatives, crowded malls, overwhelming hosting duties, stretched budgets and high anxiety. These are the stressors  that quickly replace the visions of feasting, exchanging gifts, and gathering with family and friends.

It is a joyous time, but also a very a stressful time.  And not least of all, for children. …Details and ORDERS »