As a therapist, I know that holidays can be a particularly difficult time for people who have lost loved ones (and most people have lost loved ones).
In my Coping and Healing groups, I’ve been hearing people discuss holiday memories with wistful nostalgia about the past and disappointment about the present. “The holidays just aren’t the same any more.”
As always, all feelings about holidays (and anything else) are welcome.
Last night, I asked a question about holidays on social media.
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I like those holidays. I also like the holiday I’ve been taking from the medication Alendronate/Fosomax (although I have trouble remembering whether my doctors call that a holiday or a vacation).
I’d also like to take a holiday or a vacation from worries and judgment.
Do you see holidays in my other images for today?
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Here’s the song that’s been playing in my head while I’ve been creating this blog post:
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Here’s what I find in YouTube when I search for “holidays.”
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I also find this:
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Even though that video came up because that TED talk is by somebody named “Holiday,” I am noticing more talk in my groups about mortality as we approach the holidays.
What are your thoughts and feelings about holidays?
Thanks to all who are here for this holidays post, including YOU!
