Some People Are Sad During the Holidays

“People have valid reasons for feeling the way they do about this subject. It’s not our job to push them about the reasons why they feel this way. Nor should we try to force them to cheer up and join us in our festive feelings and traditions.

We should care about them. We should invite them to be with us if they are alone for the holidays while not pushing them and insisting they attend. The offer to spend time in our homes and feed them in a hopefully cheerful and fun environment is enough. If they accept, great. If not, we need to accept that, ourselves.

Holiday seasons can trigger depression, anxiety, and a general feeling of dread. There are a number of reasons people often have a negative view of the holiday season.

Here is a brief rundown of some of those reasons, and why we should be aware of those reasons.

• Bad Experiences During Holidays Past

• The Financial Aspect of Holiday Greed

• Many People Are Estranged From Their Loved Ones

• Some Have Experienced the Loss of Family and Friends

Be There For Those Who Are Sad, But Don’t Shame Them For Not Attending”

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✨Takeaway: Being understanding of how others feel during a typically joyful Christmas season can help those people feel a little better about the difficulties they face. We are all free to experience our emotions, both good and bad. Both are legitimate. As you read this, if you had a specific person in mind who does not enjoy the holiday season, be there for them. If they live nearby, invite them over. But if they decide not to accept your invitation, respect their decision

✨Reflection: How can you be there for someone during the holiday seasons?

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