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Yes, It's O.K. to Be Sad During the Holidays
Depression During Holidays
Holidays are supposed to be a happy time, but many people feel sadness due to heightened expectations, family rifts and comparison with others.
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Depression During Holidays
Holidays are supposed to be a happy time, but many people feel sadness due to heightened expectations, family rifts and comparison with others.
FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
Our cause of sadness is often related to the fact that we compare our lives with the lives o the people we follow and that seem to be having loads of fun on social media
Try to avoid social media during holidays and during mandatory social gatherings. Also, avoid gatherings that drain your energy.
Creating Your Happiness
Negative emotions can sap us from the inside. Create your happiness by observing and learning from your negativity by using self-awareness
Brighten your day by being generous, providing funds to the needy, holiday gifting to the poor, or doing some volunteer work.
Seeking Company
You can even connect with other people who are alone and form a virtual club.
Holiday Blues
If there is a behavioral change or increased substance abuse, it may be something more than holiday blues.
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