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Anybody here like clockwork every year get hit with the holiday blues? Life is good...I have a comfortable home, a nice truck, a family, and a dog, good health...but despite all of that I just get hit with the blues/depression every damn year around this time. I can't really explain it. I've been to Iraq and Afghanistan, and have had many other traumatic experiences throughout my life but I'm able to keep the shitty feelings/"blues" at bay throughout the year but it's just something about this time of year that just fucks me up. My workouts and other routines help keep me balanced, along with no booze. I'm not a scrooge or anything lol, as i enjoy seeing my family happy and soaking in the festivities. I just get in a funk at this time of year and it's annoying as shit. I can't be the only one.

BigNuts's picture

I hope this season turns out better for you. Sometimes it's a self-fulfilling prophecy when we expect something to be bad in advance. Perhaps recognizing that it might just be as simple as that might allow you to minimize the feelings until they eventually disappear. Good luck!

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AlanDomestic.La's picture

Here are nine ways to deal with the holiday blues:

Limit alcohol – Limit your alcohol intake, and try not to keep it readily available around your house. If you’re attending a party and you know alcohol will be accessible, limit yourself to one or two drinks. Drinking to excess can affect your mood and amplify any negative feelings that you may have.
Get plenty of sleep – Try to go to bed at a specific time each night. Being well-rested can improve your mood and help you feel ready to take on the day.
Learn to say “no” – Overscheduling and not making time for yourself can lead to emotional breakdowns. Learn how to say “no,” and stay firm on your decision.
Be open to new traditions – You may have an image of what you think the holiday should consist of, and this may not be what’s actually happening. Instead of holding on to what the holiday should have been, allow new traditions to unfold.
Get support when mourning a loved one – If you’ve experienced the loss of a loved one, the holidays can be especially tough. Although it can be tempting to isolate yourself and grieve, it can be beneficial to spend time with your friends and family. They can support you through this difficult time.
Spend time with your loved ones – Instead of spending the holidays alone at home, get your friends or family together for a dinner party at your place. The more the merrier! You can spruce things up with lively decorations and add welcoming floral arrangements to your living spaces.
Exercise regularly – Plug in your headphones and pop out for a walk around the block a couple of times a day. A quick 10-minute walk will get your heart rate up and release mood-boosting endorphins.
Do something fun to get over a recent breakup – It can be difficult to be alone when you’re nursing an aching heart. Instead of sitting at home, fill up your calendar with activities. Websites such as meetup.com offer group outings, such as dinners and dancing, almost every night of the week.
Avoid overeating – Before heading out to social events, fill up on veggies. You can even fill up a small sandwich bag and snack in the car. Holiday outings can often lead to overeating, which can affect your mood and overall well-being.

AlanDomestic.La's picture

Thanks, bro. Simple things are the hardest, especially in the times of destress, I hope those advise help someone.

AlanDomestic.La's picture

First of all you need to know it's quite normal, around 14 percent of Americans experience "winter blues". Here are some advise worth reading.

iFit's picture

May not be the Holidays. More likely it's coincidence because the holidays fall within the shortest days of the year. Short days and lack of sun have a big impact on our mental health.

Halsey's picture

I feel the same way most years too. Christmas time reminds me of my childhood and happier times.

press1's picture

I Loved those days Smile

press1's picture

I've been feeling like this lately too mate, I often do this time of year. I swear its the dark nights drawing in together with the cold, constant wind and rain in the days. Compare that to long days of sunshine and a nice temperature and its easy to see why it effects you subconsciously. You have everything to be thankful for getting out of those places alive bud, and having a great family to spend Christmas with. I wish I did, this Xmas will yet again be spent alone on my tod, my parents relocated to different countries many years ago with their new partners. I'm the same, training is the one awesome thing that above all else - EVEN a great Blowjob that can lift me out of a low and feeling great again in no time. Well ..... that with a bit of Test & Dbol LMAO Good

Sasquach07's picture

I’m not a huge fan of the holidays, nothing against them. I just don’t find joy out of it.

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