Our whole lives we’ve been told that the holidays are "the most wonderful time of the year" but have we ever thought about if that is actually true and if it is why?

We tend to be more stressed during the holidays, with numerous events, family obligations, and making sure we get everything done before Santa gets here. Not to mention that the holiday season also ushers in colds, the flu, and likely other diseases - especially this year, additionally there is severely reduced daylight. But even with all this, an American Psychological Association study found that nearly 80% of people reported that they were positive and happy during the holidays. One explanation from a Washington Post article is that we tend to experience Holiday induced euphoria at this time of year. The article wouldn't go so far as to say the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but that there's pretty good evidence that the holidays are the least-miserable time of the year.

Listen in for a discussion on why the holidays are so magical.

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