How to Have a Low-Stress, Positive Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving can be a wonderful celebration of gratitude , appreciation and family connection. Unfortunately, it also tends to be about feeling obligated to spend time with the people we're "supposed" to, eating too much food—and feeling guilty about it—and pretending to be grateful when we're actually annoyed and stressed out.

What if we could make this Thanksgiving less stressful, more fun and actually be able to enjoy ourselves, appreciate our family and friends (even those who drive us nuts) and focus on what we're grateful for in a genuine way?

Here are some important tips you can use to make this year's Thanksgiving one you truly enjoy and remember (in a good way).