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ME N TAL WELLBEI N G TAKES A
S EAT O N O U R C O UC H
OLOGY
P S YC H
DECEMBER 2019
BALANCE.MEDIA
WORDS Bernadette Russell
SEASON'S
G R AT I T U D E
At a time of
togetherness
and social
occasions, this
is a period
for revelling
in your own
company
T
here's something truly special about this magical time of year, but I find that it can also be a little
overwhelming. There's a lot of pressure to live up to: giving the best presents, having the most fun, being
the best party person. This year, allow yourself to consider what kind of holiday you would like (and
need), and resist the pressures of conforming to what you are supposed to do. If drinking, eating and
making merry are your things, go for it. If it isn't, great - you can spend quiet time with friends or alone (like my
friend Jane, who chooses to spend every Christmas Day in luxurious solitude). Take the time to look after yourself
and spend some time with the people you love - whether that's family or friends, a huge group or just one other
person. It's also a good time to reflect on all the amazing things we enjoy in our lives with gratitude, something
which is far better for our mental health than making endless lists of things we want. Try... even if your job means
you work the holiday period, try finding the time to make the most of the free stuff such as candlelit choir services,
lantern parades, and the beauty of exploring the (much quieter) city. Be kind to yourself, and as far as possible, give
yourself the gift of doing your holiday your way.
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