As the year comes to a close it’s time for celebration, gift giving, and for some of us, stress. While the holidays are meant to be a time to be carefree and cheerful, one study from All One Health found that nearly 45% of Americans would prefer to skip holidays like Christmas altogether. This may seem counter-intuitive as you rush to meet a holiday deadline, but a study by Accountemps 54% of surveyed workers reported that flexible hours would help alleviate workplace stress Don’t think gift giving is mandatory. Giving a gift is a great way to show your appreciation to a co-worker or boss during the holiday season. Instead, find time to relax, recharge and appreciate the time you’ll get to spend with family and friends this holiday season.

Source: Forbes December 18, 2018 12:00 UTC