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On the Eighth Day of Wellness...12 Days of Wellness
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The holiday season is upon us and offers a host of fun festivities. Some people love the holiday season, while others may feel a sense of sadness and loss during the holidays. Sometimes, when we see family members during holiday gatherings we revert to old patterns which may hurt us and remind us of upsetting experiences.
Feeling depressed or overwhelmed is not unusual during the holiday season. Upcoming dinners, parties, family or friend gatherings may cause a great deal of anxiety and stress. These feelings may be even worse for those who have experienced divorce, lost a love one, are living far from family and friends, etc. We may feel pulled in multiple different directions or unable to get everything done that is expected of us. We may not have planned in advance, leading to last minute panic about getting everything ready in time. People who reside by themselves or far away from extended family may feel lonely and anxious about holiday arrangements…some may feel left out or excluded. For those experiencing a recent breakup, painful feelings of nostalgia may emerge.
Remember, there are ways that can help people with these feelings during the holiday season.
From: http://sarajanemercer.com/page/16
Activity for Today: View Holiday Stress Tips.
Mark on your Calendar: How many free sessions dobenefit eligible employees and their legal dependents have to utilize from PNC's Employee Assistance Program and one tip from your activity for today that you liked.
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