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Coping with Stress and Depression During the Holidays

Keep expectations for the holiday season manageable. Try to set realistic goals for yourself. Pace yourself. Organize your time. Make a list and prioritize the important activities. Be realistic about what you can and cannot do. Do not put entire focus on just one day (i.e., Thanksgiving Day) remember it is a season of holiday sentiment and activities can be spread out (time-wise) to lessen stress and increase enjoyment.



Remember the holiday season does not banish reasons for feeling sad or lonely; there is room for these feelings to be present, even if the person chooses not to express them.



Leave “yesteryear” in the past and look toward the future. Life brings changes. Each season is different and can be enjoyed in it’s own way. Don’t set yourself up in comparing today with the “good old days.”



Do something for someone else. Try volunteering some time to help others.



Enjoy activities that are free, such as driving around to look at holiday decorations; going window shopping without buying; making a snowman with children.



Be aware that excessive drinking will only increase your feelings of depression.



Try something new. Celebrate the holidays in a new way.



Spend time with supportive and caring people. Reach out and make new friends or contact someone you have not heard from for awhile.



Save time for yourself! Recharge your batteries. Let others share responsibility of activities.



Source: Mental Health America

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