With the holiday season in full swing, it seems that everything has sped up to a frantic pace. My client’s jobs have been no exception. While most of them maintain a great attitude actually getting work produced is often a huge struggle during this time of year. From emails that don’t get returned to phone calls and increased traffic while commuting to meetings, it all but makes you want to throw in the towel and clsoe the office doors for the season.

So what can you do to help deal with the added stress of balancing your work, your clients and the holidays? I’ve recently been reading a great book written by a Creativity Coach that I am honored to know, Romney Nesbitt. In her book, “Secrets of a Creativity Coach” Romney shares some of the tricks and tips she’s found to staying ‘centered’ as you deal with the stress of this time of year, or busy work days etc.

Among these tips she shares, I’d like to share some of my own that work for me:

1. Take long baths/showers. While it may sounds silly a relaxing bath or long shower can be really relaxing. I generally do this between large projects or before switching to a new job. For me, I visualize literally “washing” off the last project or the work I’ve done so far.

2. Aromatherapy: A great calmer. Use bath salts or strong smelling candles to create a soothing atmosphere.

3. Make a list. Got a million things flying around in your head? Write it down. Sometimes just getting it out on paper will help you to calm yourself.

4. Excercise. As simple as it seems, sometimes a walk around the block or a jog on the treadmill can do wonders for your clarity and state of mind.

I’ve told you what I do to de-stress. What about you? Share you’re secrets, I’d love to hear ‘em!

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