Making It Through The Get-Togethers During The Holidays

As many people are writing at the beginning of their articles now, the holidays are here again.  With this information, it can create a great amount of joy. After all, we are all familiar with the “Christmas spirit.” However, when you have mental health issues, there are many, many other things to worry about. In … Continue reading Making It Through The Get-Togethers During The Holidays

How do I deal and manage my mental health during the holidays?

The holiday season is a bad time for me because nearly three years ago my mum died just after Christmas. Since this time if I am honest, I have not celebrated it like I used to. It has left a massive void in my heart. But this year although I feel sad, I am going … Continue reading How do I deal and manage my mental health during the holidays?

Surviving the Holidays: Questions and Tactics to Navigating Your Mental Wellness

The holidays can be a trying time of the year for some more than others. While some are jolly, admiring the lights, sales, and get-together, others are dreading the thought of the season even approaching. The end of the year holiday season with its shorter days, cooler weather, and past traumas trigger an uncomfortable reality … Continue reading Surviving the Holidays: Questions and Tactics to Navigating Your Mental Wellness

How I Protect My Mental Health During The Holidays

The holidays can be very difficult for people who suffer from mental health troubles. I have anxiety and I get occasional panic attacks, which are a lot better now but they can still crop up from time to time when I’m under more stress than usual. Mostly when I have a heavy workload or worried … Continue reading How I Protect My Mental Health During The Holidays

How to mentally prepare for the Holidays

The holiday season almost upon us, it can also be a time when our stress levels can be really put to the test. Sometimes there’s a perfectly legitimate reason for holiday stress like empty bank accounts, parties, shopping, cooking, cleaning, entertaining or travelling interstate or overseas to see our love ones. With some practical tips, … Continue reading How to mentally prepare for the Holidays