Rest is essential during the holidays, but it may mean getting active, not crashing on the couch
- Written by Stacy Shaw, Assistant Professor of Social Science & Policy Studies, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Active leisure experiences, like going for a walk outdoors, can help reduce stress and restore energy during the holidays.Chris Griffiths/Moment via Getty ImagesThe holiday season is often painted as an idyllic vision of rest, conjuring images of warm beverages and bountiful time with loved ones. But many people have trouble unwinding at this time...