Why are so many people affected by holiday blues?
Many people are prone to the holiday blues, a feeling of depression and anxiety that occurs around the holidays. There are a variety of causes, with these being the most common: If you are a holiday blues sufferer, it may be because you believe everyone else is having a better time, celebrating with family members who care about each other and love to be together, while you are either alone, or dreading another Christmas with your family (or your in-laws!). Add to this the tumult and stress of Christmas shopping, holiday traffic, various parties to attend (yes, even they can be a cause of stress!), and maybe planning a holiday trip lots to do in too little time. Many people with holiday blues actually have seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, the result of fewer hours of daylight hours. What is the best way to cope with this? Start by recognizing that you are not alone in these feelings. Moreover, instead of just reacting automatically and emotionally, you can actually choose how you r
