Stress-free through the holidays: Tips from Crisis Aid Upper Austria!

Stress-free through the holidays: Tips from Crisis Aid Upper Austria!

The contemplative Christmas season is often anything but peaceful. Instead of celebration, high expectations and social pressure often bring stress and conflict. Crisis Aid Upper Austria had already recorded 27,226 contacts by the end of November, including 20,920 telephone calls and 506 mobile missions, according to reports Volksblatt. The festive period can increase feelings of loneliness, especially for single people.

Tips for a relaxed Christmas season

Katja Sieper, head of Crisis Aid Upper Austria, emphasizes the importance of dealing realistically with personal expectations. “It’s about thinking about what I need in order to be able to enjoy the holidays as relaxed as possible,” she explains. Instead of competing for the most beautiful Christmas lights or relying on expensive gifts, people should focus on quality time with their loved ones crown. Making a conscious decision not to attend the family dinner if you feel unwell is perfectly acceptable.

Psychologist Martin Schmid emphasizes that emotions such as fear, anger or frustration often indicate underlying needs. It is important to pursue these feelings and maintain your own boundaries. Especially during the holidays, it is beneficial to ask yourself the question: “What can I do to feel good?” Anyone who suffers from loneliness will find numerous offers in Upper Austria to spend the holidays in company. Crisis Helpline is available 24/7 to provide support on 0732/2177 to help those experiencing emotional stress or feeling alone over the holidays.