The hustle and bustle of holiday shopping bring out unique shoppers.

The joy of the holidays can be overshadowed by the stress of shopping.

Stress often disrupts our sleep pattern and can have a negative impact on our immune system.

With this in mind, there are a few holiday shoppers to be aware as you forge ahead to stay healthy and happy this holiday season.

There’s bruising Bubba who always barges in front of the line.

Who can forget elegant Eloise sniffing everywhere for a good deal?

Lumbering Luke usually arrives late in the day but always seems to step on toes and shove shopping carts.

And no one wants to upset angry Angus when he spots a sizzling sale.

Some helpful shopping hints may be practical for your peace of mind.  Avoid animal crowds and start early.  The National Retail Federation (NRF) states that only 6.7% of shoppers begin their holiday shopping in September, 21.3% by October 1, and 42% by November 1.

Limits and lists are good – stick to them.

Establish your deadline, not someone else’s. Don’t sacrifice your time.

You don’t need that sparkly, seven-toed, whirly-durly dancing doll next to the check out counter.  Impulse buying is a NO-NO.

Looking back on your holidays feel a heart full of love, not a stocking full of the sappy stuff.