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Psychiatrists say familiar rituals like decorating can create stability and reduce anxiety during stressful times.

Many people decorate early to cope with difficult years, as holiday cheer can evoke happy memories.

The act of decorating can fulfill needs such as creating purpose, reliving lost memories, and connecting past with future generations.

The Halloween pumpkins had barely made it back into storage when Tina Beardsley Lascha of Cocoa Beach started hauling out her Christmas boxes.

After a difficult year and a frightening health scare in her family, she was ready for some early cheer.

On her Christmas tree, the ornaments, collected from every place she’s traveled, brought back a flood of good memories and a sense of peace.

"Christmas decorating is a great d

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