It is not news that depression hits hard during the holiday season. Regardless of how depression tries to rear its creepy head. We can simply stare it in the eye and change the funk. Yea, light yourself up!! Ignore the gloomy statistics. Life is simply too short to miss any of it by being out of sorts. So here is a list of some pick me ups:
- The minute, oops, no the second, you hear any gloomy statistics, or news…cut it off. Just totally tune it out.
- Keep a journal. Or just write notes to yourself of what you are happy and thankful for.
- The original intent of the holiday season it that these days are Holy. The winter solstice, the stillness all around make it much easier to tune into your deep self. Enjoy simply being with you.
- Focus on being, not so much doing. Avoid crowds, booze, chocolate and other goo. Eat clean and capture the specialness of the season.
- Craft special handmade gits.
- Give of yourself. Find an organization to donate clothes too or help feed the homeless.
- Contact an organization that calls people who are home bound and volunteer.
- Do you have any special holiday music that you like to listen to? Belt out your favorite tunes and let ‘er rip.
- Light a candle.
- Place fresh pine or cedar by your front door.
- String up indoor lights for their pretty glow.
- Take a vitamin D supplement. Most Americans are deficient and it will help divert seasonal affective disorder.
- Drink warm tea, green tea or warm water with fresh lemon juice. Keep your belly warm.
- Keep a little sweet potpourri brewing and breath in deep the pleasant smells.
- Dance, treat yourself to some spicy Flamenco or do some jiggly belly dance.
- Go out. Social events are plentiful. Find something that suits your rhythm.
- Wherever you go, leave a trail of *joy*.
- Peace starts with just one person, you.
Happy Holidays!
