Experts weigh in on the psychology of Christmas, plus design tips.
With Christmas near, bringing out the boughs of holly now -- even as you may still be putting fall decorations away -- may make you a happier person, experts say.
"When you're putting up decorations, you're thinking of happier times, times with family and friends and family traditions you engaged in," she said. "For some people it's bittersweet -- if family members are no longer here -- but it's still a way to connect." " can lead to more positive conversations and they're an easy way to strike up a conversation," said Morin. "It helps build a sense of community and belonging and all those things are associated with happiness too."
Baker and her daughter, Heather Mattox, the firm's director of business, both said they see firsthand the delight their work brings to people.
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