December is the month that demands it all—end-of-year deadlines, holiday cheer, family time, school breaks, social events, and often, our sanity. Balancing work, kids, finances, and endless obligations can make this “most wonderful time of the year” feel more like the most overwhelming. If you’re feeling stretched too thin, you’re not alone.
Here’s how to ease the overwhelm:
5 Ways to Manage December Stress
1. Simplify Your To-Do List: Prioritize what matters most and let go of nonessentials.
2. Set Work Boundaries: Block focused work time and say no to last-minute projects.
3. Plan & Delegate: Use a shared family calendar and outsource tasks where you can.
4. Make Time for You: Schedule even 10 minutes daily to unwind and reset.
5. Embrace Imperfection: It doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful.
But here’s the good news: it’s not too late to lighten the load.
If your work to-do list is threatening to spill into the new year, consider hiring expert help through The Second Shift. Our highly skilled professionals can step in to take some of those projects off your plate. Why do it all alone when you can lean on vetted talent who are ready to help?
This December, give yourself permission to delegate and take a breath. Your sanity is worth it, and we’re here to help.