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\"festive

Well, take a deep breath, and remind yourself like I do:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Don’t panic<\/strong><\/p>\n

Panic buying is the shortcut to a big fat budget fail. Remind yourself what your budget is<\/a>, check your shopping list, and remind yourself that you’ve covered all the important points with that. Then keep reminding yourself, as often as necessary.<\/p>\n

2. Don’t try to be all things to all people<\/strong><\/p>\n

By all means make an effort, but remember that you can’t please all the people all of the time. Don’t try to be ‘the great provider’ either. Give yourself a break, you’re only human.<\/p>\n

3. Don’t try to give everyone ‘the best Christmas ever’<\/strong><\/p>\n

Relax and enjoy this one<\/em> – that’s all you need to do. Forget ‘luxury’ this and ‘connoisseur’ that at the supermarket too, some of the cheapest food and drink wins in blind taste tests – here are some tasty, affordable Christmas dinner treats to make<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. Remember that you can’t buy Christmas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spending loads of money does not always translate into having a great time. Quickly think about your five favourite things about the festive season – they won’t all be cash-related.<\/p>\n

5. It isn’t worth getting into debt over<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s just one day. If you have the option, avoid getting into a situation where you’re still paying if off three and a half months later. Have a cheap one, it won’t hurt.\u00a0If you’re buying gifts on a budget, try the\u00a0small and thoughtful checklist<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Do you have any festive mantras to keep yourself sane and solvent?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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