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5 Tips to Enjoy your Office Christmas Party... Without The Hangover
Break out the tinsel and the tequila shots, it's office Christmas party season again! Know the reason why you MUST attend, and also read some tips to help you have the best possible time with the big cheeses and your fellow rat racers.
Show up. Whether you are a happy camper or a miserable misfit, showing up to the party is an act of respect and appreciation for the company for which you work and for your coworkers. In this regard, you are obliged to dress appropriately, bring a gift, and participate in the karaoke competition (more on that later).
Oh, behave! Yes, it's a party, but it's still a sanctioned office function. When your boss tells you to loosen up and have a good time, it doesn't mean downing the entire whiskey bottle and dancing with a lampshade on your head. Save that for New Year's Eve. Have a few drinks, dance with people from another department with whom you don't typically socialise with, and give your boss a high five after his or her turn at the karaoke mic.
Indulge in a little holiday spirit. You don't have to forgo alcohol completely (hey, it's open bar!), but remember that moderation is always key. Know your limit and keep your intake below it. Eat something starchy or protein-packed, avoid salty food, and drink plenty of water in between. You may feel that mooning everyone at the party is appropriate when under the influence but don't forget that you still have to face these people in the office very soon.
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