By C Tee Menser
The holidays can be a tough time for many people. If you or a friend seem to struggle through this time of the year, here are some suggestions for making things a little easier. Don't forget to share them with your friends.
The reason we celebrate these holidays is to express gratitude and thanksgiving. It always helps to keep that in mind. Look around and try to find reasons to express your gratitude every day and as often as possible throughout the day. Begin each day with thanksgiving and gratitude. Urge your friends to do likewise. Speak these things out loud, if possible, but at least write them down or communicate them on social media. Some things to be thankful for: life, freedom, the people in our lives, the blessings we've received, and what God has done for us.
Another way to express gratitude is to take the time to sit down and write a thank-you note to someone who has enriched your life. A hand-written note is a rarity these days and can really lift the spirits of both the recipient and the sender. Try it.
Don't forget to exercise during this busy time of year. Ask a friend to join you. Keep your body moving and your mind joyful. Exercise can help with all of that, and it can be of the best ways to beat depression. Effective exercise doesn't have to take a lot of time. High intensity interval training can be some of the best and most effective exercise. If you can exercise with your friend, all the better. A brisk walk will clear your mind, boost your energy, and benefit your health.
Eat healthy during the holidays. Be a role model or trend-setter in this area. Instead of baking or making sweets, make colorful vegetable and fruit trays with interesting dips. Take healthy holiday snacks to work to nibble on and to share with your co-workers. One person I know even visualizes sweets with a skull and cross-bones on them to help her resist the temptation to indulge. Here are some quick, easy, and healthy holiday snacks for you to share with your friends: fresh raw nuts and seeds, veggies with hummus for dipping (it's easy to make your own hummus), whole grain crackers with nut butters, small peppers or celery stuffed with organic chicken salad and topped with your favorite dressing, pickles and other marinated vegetables.
A severe depression requires a clinical analysis and professional help, but these suggestions can help with the holiday "blues" and doldrums many people experience. Print this and keep it where you will see it every day, preferably first thing in the morning. Give a copy to your friend or anyone who struggles with the holidays.
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