With the hustle and bustle of the Holiday Season, it can be easy to forget that not everyone finds this time of year so cheerful. In fact, many find it down-right depressing. Even people who normally love the Holidays may find it difficult from time to time. There could be illness in the family, the first time without loved ones to help celebrate, a myriad of reasons.
If you know someone who is having trouble dealing with the Season, make a special effort to take extra time for them this year. It might be the best gift you give!
If you find yourself not enjoying the Holiday as much as you usually do, give yourself permission to cut back on decorations and some of the things you "always" do. You might even find you can start new traditions. Here are some examples:
1. If putting up a tree seems over-whelming, use gifts as decorations. Beautifully wrap your gifts as soon as you buy them and use them as decorations around the house. They will add a festive touch, remind you of loved ones, and you can enjoy their beauty during the Holidays.
2. Try decorating one room of the house instead of the entire space.
3. Invite friends over for a simple tea and laugh at your lack of enthusiasm. I've been part of baking "obscene gingerbread men" with friends and it was a riot. Laughter is the best medicine!
4. Remember what it's really all about. Volunteer a few hours of your time. It helps put things in perspective and feels great! Pictured are members of Central College's cross country team volunteering for the Salvation Army.
5. Attend a Children's Concert. Their enthusiasm is contagious! Below is the Cheyenne All-City Children's Chorus.
Wishing you Happy Holidays however you choose to celebrate the Season!
Written by Kim Dillon, ASP of Creative Eye Home Staging. Creative Eye Home Staging helps home dwellers in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware enjoy their personal spaces or market their homes.
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