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By now, we all know Santa\u2019s stance on pouting, shouting and crying. (Apparently, we \u201cbetter not!\u201d) But we also know that one bad trip to a seasonal shopping mall is enough to make even Tiny Tim go postal. So what\u2019s an elf to do when the stress\u00a0boils over like a hot chocolate gone wrong? Use these simple relaxation tricks, of course!<\/p>\n

At Elfster, we\u2019ve been through enough holiday shopping seasons to know that deep, cleansing breaths simply won\u2019t cut it when someone cuts in line. And there\u2019s no mantra in the world that\u2019ll make parking a delight. So you can chant a soothing \u201cho ho ho\u201d if it\u2019s any fun for you, but for the best stress management at the mall, here\u2019s what we suggest:<\/p>\n

Wheezey Does It<\/h4>\n

Losing your breath in the retail race can have your chest feeling tighter than Santa\u2019s tummy in a man girdle. But when you start to hyperventilate, don\u2019t panic! Bloomingdale\u2019s Big Brown Bag<\/a>\"\" doubles as a pretty nice respiratory aid.\u00a0A few puffs in and out, and you\u2019ll be back on your pointed little feet again in no time!<\/p>\n

Follow Your Nose<\/h4>\n

There\u2019s a lot to be said for the benefits of aromatherapy. (New car smell rarely induces road rage, we\u2019ve noticed.) So when you\u2019re feeling particularly tense at the mall, make use of the smells around you to bring you back to your senses. Whether it\u2019s the enticing scents emanating from the food court, or the fragrant wares of The Yankee Candle Company<\/a>, take a hearty whiff and don\u2019t be shy!<\/p>\n

\"\"Pass the Buck<\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re going to rid yourself completely of disposable income this Christmas, you might as well cast-off some emotional baggage along with it! Before shopping, take some time to write your holiday woes and worries on the dollar bills in your wallet. (These concerns\u00a0can be anything from your mild party-planning insecurities, to your recurrent yearly phobia of tacky sweaters.) Then, purge the negativity by spending your troubles away!<\/p>\n

Season\u2019s Greeters<\/h4>\n

If anyone\u2019s more exhausted than you at the mall, it\u2019s the employee manning the door at the most popular retailer. Day in and day out they greet– smiling with clenched cheeks until they lose feeling in their face, repetitively informing shoppers of the same holiday deal for hours on end. At times like these, a little empathy goes a long way. Approach the hapless grinning greeter and simply\u00a0extend your hand in a high-five. Without saying a word, you\u2019ll lift their spirits and yours.<\/p>\n

\"\"Reconnect with Santa<\/h4>\n

If all else fails and the holiday hubbub still has you down, just know that you\u2019ve always got one guy who\u2019s ready to lend an ear! Too bad your shrink is off for the holidays\u2026 But the next best option at the mall is of course, Santa. Get in line, and ignore the strange looks from parents. Step on up and unload your problems on Dr. Claus\u2026 He\u2019ll be there all week!<\/p>\n

Elf Week is closing in fast, but that’s no reason to\u00a0sweat the Mall Duty March<\/a>.\u00a0With these calming\u00a0tricks under your belt, we’re sure you’ll be keeping your cool better than an igloo!<\/p>\n

Photo credit: Vince Alongi<\/a>, The Cleveland Kid<\/a>, Lady Dragonfly CC- Turkey Time!!!!<\/a><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
By now, we all know Santa\u2019s stance on pouting, shouting and crying. (Apparently, we \u201cbetter not!\u201d) But we also know that one bad trip to a seasonal shopping mall is enough to make even Tiny Tim go postal. So what\u2019s an elf to do when the stress boils over like a hot chocolate gone wrong? Use these simple relaxation tricks, of course!<\/p>\n

At Elfster, we\u2019ve been through enough holiday shopping seasons to know that deep, cleansing breaths simply won\u2019t cut it when someone cuts in line. And there\u2019s no mantra in the world that\u2019ll make parking a delight. So you can chant a soothing \u201cho ho ho\u201d if it\u2019s any fun for you, but for the best stress management at the mall, here\u2019s what we suggest:<\/p>\n

Wheezey Does It<\/h4>\n

Losing your breath in the retail race can have your chest feeling tighter than Santa\u2019s tummy in a man girdle. But when you start to hyperventilate, don\u2019t panic! Bloomingdale\u2019s Big Brown Bag<\/a>\"\"doubles as a pretty nice respiratory aid. A few puffs in and out, and you\u2019ll be back on your pointed little feet again in no time!\n<\/div>\n

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