Posted by tina on November 6, 2001, at 10:06:04
In reply to Re: Holiday Depression, posted by Mitch on November 6, 2001, at 9:34:00
I listen to my body and I learn how to say NO. If I feel anxious, I take a time out from the holiday slew. I DO on the days I feel strong and I give myself permission to NOT do on the days I don't. Plus, I make sure that if anyone asks me what i want for gifts, I say relaxation bath salts, aromatherapy and meditation tapes. that usually lets them know in a subtle way that I can't handle holidays and they don't heap too much on me.
Only do what you feel you can and don't beat yourself up if you can't.> > Many people tend to feel depression, anxiety, and confusion around the holidays? Often we do not know why. It is only after we sit down and sort through what our holidays were like when we were children that we realize the kinds of negative experiences that the holidays brought. Unfortunately, our children may be experiencing similar feelings. How do you deal with holiday depression?
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> I experience a hypomanic rebound on the first few weekdays in January!
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