Some people aren’t able to enjoy the holiday season due to feelings of stress and depression. These 15 tips on how to avoid holiday depression will help you to enjoy this holiday season.
Waiting until the last minute to make plans causes stress about the uncertainty of the future. Instead, make plans ahead of time so you know where and with whom you’ll be spending your holidays.
1. Making Plans in Advance
2. Make a Budget and Stick to it. Finances are one of the biggest holiday depression triggers, so take a little time to make a plan that helps avoid adding additional stress to the season.
Women tend to feel like they need to do everything to make the holidays special. Instead, try asking for help from family members, kids, and even friends
If you experience these symptoms, your stress and holiday depression might actually be a more serious mental illness. If these symptoms persist more than a few weeks, please seek diagnosis or treatment from your doctor or mental health professional so that you can get back to feeling like yourself.