1. Have a friend over for a glass of wine and talk about anything except the holidays.
2. Crank up those tunes while you cook.
3. Carve out time to slow down and take care of yourself.
4. Make your pie dough ahead of time and freeze it.
5. Start your day with 10 minutes of quiet stretching.
6. Relax with your favorite scent.
7. Make a pillow fort and escape with a good book.
8. Make your bathroom into a spa and exhale.
9. Don't forget to delegate.
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