Conquering the Holiday Blues and Depression

Thanksgiving is now in the rear view mirror with Christmas nearing the horizon. There are only 33 days until 2016. The thought of the holiday season means different things to people across the globe. For some, this time of the year centers on religious practices and/or decorations and gifts, but for a vast number of others, holidays are constant reminders of loved ones who have passed on. Whether stress surrounding family feuds and visits, typical burnout or end of the year regret, the holidays can be a challenge as people work to conquer the holiday blues and seasonal depression.

The holiday blues and depression are not the same concerns, but the blues have the ability to propel people down a spiraling decline if not caught in time. The season between Thanksgiving and New Years are often associated with parties, feasts, renewing old acquaintances, buying gifts and making New Year’s resolutions. This can be a wonderful time of the year, but far too often … click HERE to continue