Holiday Blues

Many people feel lonely, sad, anxious and depressed during the winter holiday season. There are many reasons why people feel down at holiday time.

• Pressure to feel merry
• Remembrances of holidays past
• Reminders of loved ones lost
• Loneliness
• Financial hardship
• In search of sunlight
  

Here are some ways to cope:

• Seek sun and endorphins
• Help someone else
• Create your own traditions
• Stay busy and avoid unstructured time
  

With a little bit of planning and forethought, the holidays can be wonderful.