It’s the most wonderful time of the year, or so they say.
For many, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are synonymous with great food and long-awaited family reunions.
According toMayo Clinic, you must acknowledge your feelings to find the best solution to heal.
If you are worried about spending too much money,stick to a pre-planned budget.
Clinical psychologist Neda Gould also recommends accepting imperfection and not feeling guilty for not having our dream holiday celebrations.
“It’s OK if it’s not perfect.Imperfection is healthy and normal.
For some of us, it might just take a little practice,” Gould toldJohns Hopkins.
There are certain things that will help you deal with holiday anxiety, according to neuropsychologist Dr. Sanam Hafeez.
“I think that holidays are stressful no matter who you are.
But it hits a little harder if you’re maybe been in a place that’s not the best.
the holidays have a way of compounding those things and making them so much worse.
so you can carve out time for yourself, you actually have to prioritize time for yourself.”
Dr. Neda Gould fromJohns Hopkinsrecommends being kind to ourselves andrethinking our New Year’s resolutions.
She suggests starting by setting small milestones and not punishing ourselves for not achieving all of our wishes.
