Tuning Into a Hallmark Movie Might Be Just What You Need for Holiday Prep

Another holiday season of long hours, stretched staff and demanding customers looms in the not-too-distant future. As much as we all love this business, it can be hard sometimes to garner the necessary enthusiasm needed for this period. The answer? Grab the remote and veg out for a few hours to some dramas set in wholesome, snow-coated small towns where it doesn’t occur to anybody to say anything other than “Merry Christmas!” Yes, we’re talking about the Hallmark Channel. “It can help you to remember simple things first, love above all,” says one Brain Squad member, who adds that this routine is a key part of their mental preparation for the holiday season.