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Keep your holiday happy

For many, the holiday season is not the traditional fun family gatherings, complemented with delicious festive food. Perhaps your family get-togethers end up in screaming matches – we know this is tough and depressing, but we’re here to help you demolish depression. Here are some great ways for you to enjoy the holiday season.

Stick to a budget: Unfortunately, finances take quite a hit over the holiday season – presents, food and all the unplanned extras, it doesn’t seem to end and can cause depression and anxiety. The best way to avoid this is to plan your budget in advance and make sure you stick to it – no more financial worries.

Take some time-outs: If you begin to feel overwhelmed by everything that you need to do, take a break and breathe in…and out. It’s very simple, but it works. Here are some other tips to help you beat the anxiety you may be feeling.

If you aren’t able to see your family during the holidays…

Spend time with your friends. If one of your friends also can’t go home for the holidays, suggest to them that you decide on a list of fulfilling activities to do. There are many things, such as volunteer work, that you could do and put a holiday season smile on those less privileged than you.

You could also go travelling. There are many wonderful destinations that are nearby and budget-friendly – surf the net and you’re sure to find somewhere great for you and your friends to create everlasting memories.

Keep active and healthy. One of the best things about the holiday season is that you don’t have to worry about work and can focus on YOU! Keep thinking about the phrase, “A new year, a new you.” Keeping active and eating a balanced diet will help you beat any depression that you may be feeling.

If you let depression take over, you’ll become isolated and lazy – this will take its toll on you physically and mentally. If you aren’t motivated to exercise, get one of your friends involved and what seemed like a task, will turn into a social occasion with health benefits.

And most importantly, remember to take care of YOURSELF. One of the best things you can do for yourself these holidays is to give yourself the gift of some “me time.”

Here’s to your health and a happy, fulfilling festive season!