Farewell Adieu

Merry Christmas!

And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent his Son to be the Savior of the world. If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God. And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. – 1 John 4:14-16

Holiday Season DURING THE MENTAL HEALTH

Stress and depression can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stress and depression.

Don’t over-commit.

As we prepare for the holiday season, we tend to set the bar impossibly high for ourselves. Reassess your to-do list to focus on what really needs to be done. Enjoy this time – don’t expect perfection. It’s also okay to say “no.” Your friends and family will understand.

Ask for help.

The holiday season is packed with a number of activities and responsibilities, which can leave a person feeling overwhelmed. Asking for help can do wonders for your stress levels around the holidays.

Remember what really matters.

As the holiday season picks up momentum and starts to become hectic, be purposeful in reminding yourself what really matters. Whether you volunteer for your favorite charity or go out of your way to give a compliment or smile to another, remember what is most important to you.

Maintain healthy habits.

Holiday weight gain is common and can be stressful. Be purposeful in continuing to eat healthy, drink water, exercise, get plenty of sleep, and engage in other healthy activities.

Acknowledge your feelings.

The holiday season brings up a lot of mixed emotions. It is important to be honest, both with yourself and others. If you are feeling upset or overwhelmed, tell someone. Trying to force yourself to be happy will only lead to feeling worse as the days go by.