Holiday Blues

Feeling the holiday blues this season? Your'e not alone!

The holiday season can be hard, especially if you’re spending it on your own. 

I’ve felt it myself — this year more than ever.   Financial pressures, tricky family dynamics, or personal loss can make it feel like the season is an endurance test rather than a celebration.

This year, I noticed my own sense of aloneness more acutely.  In a moment of vulnerability, I reached out to someone I probably shouldn’t have — and instantly judged myself.  

What I realised was that I was low on self-compassion.

Rather than trying to override my feelings with gratitude or distractions, I chose to sit with them. Logic doesn’t always work with feelings; sometimes, they need space.

So now, when emotional discomfort appears, I pause, notice where it lives in my body, name the emotion — loneliness, envy, irritation — and give it a few minutes of space.  Afterwards, I journal what comes up.

It’s not a quick fix, but it helps me feel steadier, more accepting, and more aware of what my body and emotions are telling me.

If this season brings up complicated emotions for you, you’re not alone. Take a moment to notice how you feel, and if you’d like guidance on navigating these feelings, you can connect with me for gentle tools and support.

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