There are many emotional reactions to the end-of-year holidays. There are people who await this moment of reunion with exultation, other people face great anxiety and anguish over their parents’ return home, and still others face sadness and loneliness at not being able to be with family and friends. How are you?
The Christmas and New Year holidays are approaching and for many people this is one of the most awaited moments of the year: the reunion with the family, the return home of the parents, the affection and affection of distant friends, all this can be very positive and comforting. It is almost a ritual, which is repeated every year and which brings with it a sense of belonging and continuity.
But for a large number of people, this last week of the year is very complicated, full of anguish and anxiety, because relationships with relatives can be tense, because the person does not feel comfortable having to return home and adapt to the old imposed limits. from their parents, or even because they need to omit issues from their personal, professional life or sexuality.
There are also people who will not be able to meet their family members because they are far away, have chosen to go to another place or even have a job that prevents them from celebrating the holidays at home and, as a result, they will be more sad and sensitive. How about you stop and think about how you’ll get to these end-of-year parties?
‘Dezembrite’: Why do we feel stressed and depressed at the end of the year?
If you’re unwell, trying to map out the reasons for your worries and anxieties is a good start. If, for example, the relationship with your parents or returning home is always complex, why not use this time to address these issues? Or, if you’re not willing or ready to do that right now, how about postponing that conversation but having a solution plan in mind? This might even bring temporary relief!
What sometimes seems very complicated and insoluble, can become more objective when you can bring out the difficulties, either directly with the people you are in conflict with or, even, with a friend or close relative who can help you. this will help you structure your answer better.
And it’s worth pointing out that if the problem seems insurmountable or generates intense and frightening emotions, you can always turn to a mental health professional to accompany you on this journey.
And for those who will be sad because this time they won’t be able to overcome the physical distance, how about remembering that technologies, while never replacing eye contact and a strong hug, can help a lot in these moments. Screens can bring us a little closer to the people we miss and ease our isolation a little. Worth a try!
I take this opportunity to wish all those who follow us a Merry Christmas!
*Jairo Bouer is a psychiatrist and writes weekly for Terra Você
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Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
