Decreasing Stress for the Holidays and Staying on a Budget

The holidays are fast approaching.. From Halloween until New Year’s, it is a whirlwind of activities, spending, and stress. So while the holidays are supposed to be fun and a time for gathering with family and friends, people will feel undue and other self-induced levels of stress. So what can be done to help alleviate some of the stress about money and, instead, really enjoy the holidays?