Stop Rushing and Slow Down

Christmas stresses me out too, and I don't even know why.

@bookbar Personally, I find Christmas to be soothing to my spirit - - - with the christmassy songs/music, the spirit of giving and sharing of joys. It is also a great time for family get-togethers. Could I please make a little suggestion? You can make some lovely unique gifts yourself if you have interest in crafts or perhaps even buy a dollar gifts. Isn't it a thought that counts? Most children would delight in these. We need to teach our children not to expect expensive gifts, but find joy in inexpensive ones.

@bookbar Alas! Its so true. But slowly and steadily, we could reverse the trend, just one bit at a time.

Ahhh hhhaA, I have competition. I'm soo relaxed that I fall asleep while typppp....

Oh good @jaboUK I was afraid you'd get bored

@rebelann As usual you make me laugh

It sure is @jaboUK I'm lovin it.

@rebelann Being retired is great, isn't it?

@rebelann Nice meeting you. Good to know that you are making the most of your retirement.

@sishy7 Delighted to meet again. It feels so much at home here coming across several past friends. After Helium, Bubblews, most of us felt ditched and abandoned. Thanks everyone for instilling a sense of belonging in me once again.

@boibong Perhaps its cause the tortoise never rushes. It is so slow!

@Gabugs After 18 I never had a permit place to live. I lived in many different places for my work. A few month here a year there and so on and so forth. Then I was sent here for 3 years. Extended my stay another 2 years then again another 2 years and then I say no more I'm staying. 7 years and finally having a home it was time to settle down.

@poehere Wow! What a great choice you've made! Perhaps you had a strong motivation or maybe not. I for one would not have the gumption to take such a giant leap and uproot myself. But I suppose each one's case and lifestyle choice we make are different. [On the side note]- - - -I envy your "verve." But alas, you are younger.

Indeed yes, stress can be debilitating and rob us off our energy too. Unfortunately, in our highly complex and fast-paced society, we strive to do more. In the bargain, the quality of our lives deteriorate. Thanks for the insights.

@allknowing Indeed not only less mistakes, but also you get the time to savor each moment life has to offer.

@Gabugs the only problem is getting somewhere with no shops, cafes or shelter to kill time with in the time between arriving and actual appointments in bad weather

@arthurchappell Wow! Your wise comment made me think of my hubby. He too believes in heading early everywhere. At times, it irritates me that he's acting overcautious to avoid possible eventualities. But in the long run, it helps.

@arthurchappell Well, that's life! Some good, some limitations- - -we cannot have it all together.

Well, that's indeed sad @cahaya

@lnlemay Perhaps yes! But rushing to do more things each day can be invigorating for some people too- - - especially for youngsters. Besides, there are several other factors can cause stress like financial or health problems for yourself or your loved ones.You would need to look into the root cause and talk to someone you trust.

@Gabugs And it becomes a series of messed life

@missmwngi Well, messing things up can eventually mess one's life.

@Missmwngi I'm sorry for whoever knowingly messes up one's life. There are always solutions and other positive alternatives like taking support from one's family and friends.

@Gabugs My husband does the cooking almost completely now. He certainly puts his heart and soul into it.

@JudyEv Hat's off to your hubby.

@Judy Ev Yes, multi-tasking not only creates stress, but also makes our work output inferior. We surely cannot have the Best outcome if we are rushed to complete other jobs- - be it at home or at work. I have repeatedly noticed this trend when I'm cooking for the family if I do not focus on putting my heart and mind in it. Try it if you haven't already.

@BethieAnne You are absolutely right. The Holidays is a good time to start taking things slowly and enjoying God's Blessings. It is people like you and us who can influence to society to make a difference. Isn't it?

@Gabugs yep. Usually they go for quantity but not quality for work.

Yes, but the quality of work suffers in the end @willmah

Its commendable @marshamusselman that you know how to handle stress and refrain from rushing too much to complete the work.

@Gabugs yes. then enjoy what you own now. dear friend.

You are absolutely right @llsummer Life's moments need to be cherished and savored befor it becomes too late my friend.

@Lucky You are right. Pressure can be harmful to adults and children as well.

Oh Yes @ridingbet I know it works to calm us when we appreciate the wondrous beauty of Nature.

@syllogism Perhaps, you tell her "sometimes to take time off and she's not listening." My suggestion is: share doing some of the work she seems to be busy with. Maybe then you can expect having a stress-free wife.