Try to maintain the holiday spirit and remember the ultimate purpose of the holiday isn't the food, it's being with family and friends.

Take a step back, socialize, and think about the spirit of the holiday: It is not just about the food.

Explain to your parents that it's time for you and your family to build your own traditions. Ask them to support you in helping to unify and connect with your family in this way.

Many people have fond memories of 'perfect' childhood holidays. Trying to re-create these celebrations can be very stressful.

Consumers were not in the holiday spirit up until the last week of the holiday season, when there was a mad rush for the store. And the big unknown is the result of that game of chicken, where shoppers waited until the last minute to get the best bargains and retailers held off.

Who first invented work and bound the free / And holiday-rejoicing spirit down?