Look after your health first.

Find time to exercise every day. Go for a walk in nature or spend time at the beach. If you can't go outside, exercise at home. Check out these at-home strength workouts for all levels.

Practice stress-relief techniques like meditation, yoga or tai chi.

Eat sensibly as there are plenty of high sugar-high fat goodies available at this time of the year to tempt you. 

Avoid stress as much as possible by keeping things simple. You don’t have to have a big celebration or buy expensive gifts for everyone.

Check out how to celebrate a minimalist Christmas

Secret Santa is a great way to cut down your expenses, reduce your stress, and still make sure everyone gets a gift. Or you can just buy a gift for the kids in your family.

Here are 10 ways you can play Secret Santa.

Say ‘No’ to invitations if you don’t feel like going out and celebrating with others.

Perhaps you don’t feel like doing something or spending time with certain people. It ok to say ‘No’.

Explain to your family and friends how you're feeling and what you're going through. You'll be surprised how many people will support your decision.

Check out: How to say No without being rude or feeling guilty.

Instead, do what makes you happy.

Try to make time for activities that you enjoy. Chores and responsibilities are not going away and will be there even after the festive season is over!

Here are 20 absolutely free activities that can make you happy today.

Choose who you want to spend Christmas with. Spend time with people who make you happy.

You don’t have to be alone for the festive season. Try to find some opportunities to meet new people and spend time with others.

Look for local events or online events, or volunteer your time and skills to help others. Not only will you feel good about yourself when you help others, but you will also make some new friends. 

Check out: Six places to volunteer on Christmas Day.

If you don’t have any plans for Christmas day, don’t stress or let it get you down.

Learn to enjoy your company and make this day special for you.

Perhaps, settle down with a good book or a movie, cook a special meal for yourself or explore your creative side with some art and craft activities at home. Here are 14 ways to celebrate the holidays alone this year.

Ask for help if you need it.

If there is too many tasks on your to-do list, don't feel like you have to do everything. Ask your family to help out.

Accept help from your friends or neighbours so you can reduce your stress around the festivities.

Check out: How to ask for help.

If you need to talk to someone or need support, reach out to your family, friends or neighbours, or seek help from a professional or a helpline.

If you or anyone needs help, please call:

• Lifeline 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
• Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

Please check for local helpline numbers in your country.