The holidays are usually a time of festivities, happiness, and festivities. Unfortunately, it's also a time for sadness and depression. It can bring out the best
and the worst in people! Memories of previous holidays ( good and bad ), can make this time pretty emotional for us. Here's a little list of ways to beat the holiday slump- we've all been there!
1. Go to events! Go to the office Christmas party or your aunt's cookie exchange. It may sound silly, but who knows. That one little community play you went to may have been your reason for the season! Enjoy the festivities.
2. Give back. If you don't have a big family function to attend this season, why not volunteer? Spend your holidays giving back and you may find yourself having the best holiday ever.
3. Lay off the peppermint schnapps! Alcohol is definitely a depressant and though it can be fun, it will actually end up making you feel crummier.
4. Understand and discuss your feelings. It's absolutely normal to feel blue around the holidays.. but that doesn't mean you have to do it alone! Reach out to a friend or family member. You never know, they may be having a bad holiday season too.
5. Set a new holiday tradition. Even if it's by yourself, pick something that you want to incorporate into your annual celebration. Cut down your own Christmas tree? Go Christmas shopping for another family? Volunteer? Pick something and go after it!
