Depression, Holidays, Stress

Hopeless Holidays: 5 Reasons We Might Be Void of Christmas Cheer

Christmas. It's a joyful, happy time for most, but it can also be an incredibly difficult time for many. Sometimes it's hard to wrap our minds around someone NOT sharing in the joy. Many experts will argue that depression seems heightened this time of year. So what is it about the holiday season that makes… Continue reading Hopeless Holidays: 5 Reasons We Might Be Void of Christmas Cheer

Holidays, Stress

Christmas Chaos: Keeping it Simple

Did you know there's something called The Christmas Effect? A decline in our overall well being can actually take place during the holiday season, despite moments of elevated moods. One very basic but important tip to get through the havoc the holiday season brings is to keep things simple.  Other strategies and things to remember: 1.… Continue reading Christmas Chaos: Keeping it Simple