~~~~~ I have been writing about mental health during the holidays for years now.
Remembering these tips
has gotten me through challenging years
and
helped me stay focused and present
during the good years
so that I don't miss any of the small magical moments
the holidays can bring!
I decided to share my tips again
in case they can help anyone else
to savor and enjoy their own magical moments! ~~~~~
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As someone who has spent so much time
struggling with anxiety and depression
I have learned some tips
over the years
to not only cope during the holidays
but to actually
Thrive During the Holidays.
I am back once again this year with my
Tips for Self Care During the Holidays
I have been doing various versions of these
for several years now
Starting off the holidays with
parameters and intentions
have been so very beneficial to me.
I thought I'd share my favorite here
in case anybody else can use a bit of encouragement
at this time of year.
So many years as an adult
I have been navigating
the search for
the joys of Christmas
amidst loss
since my sister died December 12th 36 years ago.
That year I don't think we even had Christmas
but I remember thinking that I would never
miss the joy of Christmas again
as long as I was able.
I haven't.
So I know all too well how many times
the holidays can shine such a light
on just where we are at the time.
What losses we've had
changes that are in process.
In the ten years I've been doing this blog
I have endured many.
But I have learned to acknowledge them
while still making room for the joys
that have always still come with the season.
I have made peace with giving room
to both joy and grief
and
the more I do
the joy seems to be able to grow.
Maybe it is with a heart honed by grief and loss
that we are more able to
see and experience
the moments of true joy and bliss during the holidays!
So here are my top
Holiday Heart Tips
to
Thrive During the Holidays
