Even if you love the holidays, the honest truth is that they are usually stressful for everyone.

She says the best thing introverts can do during the holiday season is to learn to say no.

Hafeez points out that this advice isn’t just for the holidays.

Woman dressed up and nervous

Dr. Shanam Hafeez offers tips on the Everygirl Podcast for getting through them.

“It’s prioritizing.

If you prioritize your own self-preservation, you will make that a priority.

Holiday dinner party

You will confirm that you do what’s best for you,” says Hafeez.