JOY:

Sometimes, the holidays are filled
with the joy we associate with that
time of year. The season flows.
Magic is in the air. Sometimes not.

Here are some ideas I've learned
through personal experience, and
practice, to help us get through
difficult holidays.

Deal with feelings, but try not to dwell
unduly on them. Put the holidays in

perspective: A holiday is one day out
of 365. We can get through any
24-hour period.

Get through the day, but be aware that
there may be a post-holiday backlash.

Sometimes, if we use our survival
behaviors to get through the day, the

feelings will catch up to us the next day.

Find and cherish the love that's
available, even if it's not exactly what
we want. Is there someone we can give
love to and receive love from?
Recovering friends? Is there a family
who would enjoy sharing their holiday
with us?

Maybe past holidays haven't been
terrific. Maybe this year wasn't terrific.

But next year can be better, and the next
a little better.

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