4 Ways to Fight the Holiday Blues
We’re gearing up for holiday season. Holiday lights are going up, plans are being coordinated, and the atmosphere is supposed to be filled with cheer. For many, the holiday season is a joyous time filled with lots of love and laughter with the people we enjoy most, but for many others the holidays are anything but that.
Many people are left lonely and grieving during the holiday season. For one reason or another, many just aren’t able to fully get into the holiday spirit. If you’re struggling this holiday season, here are 4 ways to possibly help you through it.
Accept your current feelings—without judgement. It’s totally fine if you’re not emotionally feeling your best. This time of year can be difficult for many people, including you. Once you learn to accept your feelings, then you can move to step 2.
Get to the root of your feels. Maybe you’re having family issues, grieving a loved one, feeling low because you’re single or simply having a hard time dealing with the time change. Whatever it is, it may do you justice to get to the root of the issue. Once you figure out the source, you may find solutions you’d not considered before. Talking it out with someone or may be even journaling alone can help you figure out exactly what’s got you down in the dumps.
Avoid triggers. If you’re feeling low, there’s no need to make yourself feel even worse. Turn off the sad music, log off social media, and press ignore when negative people call your phone. Whatever brings on the blues, learn to avoid your trigger since it puts you in a negative head space.
Surround yourself with love. This love can come from good friends or loving family members, but it can also come from within. Take yourself on a nice solo date or even treat yourself to an in-home spa day just to reset. You deserve positive, loving energy. Go get some flowers, clean your apartment and try to feel better.
If you’re emotionally or mentally struggling during this season, just know you aren’t alone. The holidays are filled with many emotional triggers. Grief, anger, and depression are commonly experienced during this time. Be gentle with yourself.
Written by guest blogger