“Once again the holidays are upon us, which means it's time for festive partying with friends and family, sharing gifts and laughter -- and getting depressed. That's right. For many people, the holidays bring on feelings of sadness and anxiety that can be hard to shake.
According to the National Mental Health Association, reasons for feeling blue around the holidays are numerous. They range from fatigue -- a result of all of the increased holiday activity -- to financial limitations and family tensions. Experts say one of the fastest routes to holiday depression is unrealistic expectations…[1]
This article above has suggestions on how to cure the Holiday blues and includes a resource number for those suffering with depression. For my readers I have written an exercise below that will allow you to focus on eternal things of value and substance that will last long after the decorations have been taken down. I personally guarantee that my HOLIDAY BLUES EXERCISE will increase your endorphin levels, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol levels, cause you to lose weight and put a smile on your face as well as someone’s else.
Honor this season by giving love, joy, peace and forgiveness to others.
Open your heart to a stranger and find a way to be a Good Samaritan.
Listen to music that relaxes you. Take a warm candle lit bath.
Increase your intake of water, fruits, vegetables and protein and decrease your carbohydrates.[2]
Delight yourself in the Lord; write down the blessings that He has given you.
Act like this is your last day on Earth. Write down your goals and action plan for next year.
Yearn to leave a legacy that will empower others to prosper and experience peace on earth.
Bless others by giving away good clothes in your closet that you know you can’t or won't wear.
Lend a hand at a homeless shelter; donate time at a food kitchen.
Unpack the negative images in your mind by writing a list of people you forgive.
Enjoy the outside; take a walk along a nature trail or in the park.
Sing songs that uplift your spirit and focus on positive life affirming thoughts.
Remember to have fun, rest, count your blessings and remember that Jesus is the reason for the season. You can be a Winner at life!
Stay Blessed!
Joyce
[1] http://www.umm.edu/features/holiday_blues.htm
[2] http://www.namastecafe.com/edu/body_signal.htm
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