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8 ways to keep calm when hosting Christmas dinner
Dec 12, 2020
Keep your cool when hosting with these simple tips.
Are you hosting Christmas dinner this year? While the number of guests at your dining table may be smaller than previous years, hosting Christmas can still be incredibly stressful.
From prepping early to enlisting the help of family members, take a look at some of ways you can keep calm when hosting...
1 Plan well
The more prep you do, the less stressed you will be on the day. From the food shop to ensuring you have the correct tableware, getting organised early will pay off on the big day.
2 Lay your table on Christmas Eve
Get ahead of the game by laying your table on Christmas Eve. From plates to napkins to name cards, getting organised a day before will take the stress out of the main event.
3 Don't pressure yourself to do it all
The pressure to have a 'perfect' Christmas can be overwhelming at times, so try to only do what you can. Remember it's OK if you can't do it all.
4 Pace yourself
Hosting can be incredibly overwhelming, so remember to pace yourself if you find it's all getting a bit too much.
5 Keep it simple
When it comes to catering for guests, simplifying the menu will help to ensure it stays manageable.
6 Get household members to help
Giving everyone a task — whether it's drying the dishes or helping to prep dessert — will help to keep the day calm.
7 De-stress with a game
A Christmas game is a great way to de-stress. Monopoly, anyone?
8 Make some 'me time'
When you've eaten, why not take some time out for yourself? Whether it's running a hot bath or watching your favourite festive film, take time to do something relaxing after the chaos.
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