“Tis the season to be jolly.” You can feel it in the cold air and in the glee that people exude as the festive holidays draw near. But if you have recently experienced a heartbreaking loss or you are overwhelmed by feeling down or depressed, the upcoming holidays can make you feel lonelier. Overwhelmed with grief or extreme sadness, the nostalgia of past happy holidays may dampen your holiday spirit more than lift it up. If you want to go through the season feeling a little bit better, consider talking to a counselor!

Holidays Can Bring Back Memories

Nostalgia is inevitable during the holidays. Traditional activities evoke memories of time spent with loved ones. The holiday songs and music can bring you back to days when you were young, carefree, and happier. Planning and shopping for food and gifts can evoke memories of past celebrations. Sometimes these memories can bring feelings of sadness, longing, or distress.

What You Can Do to Overcome the Distress?

Before and during the festive season, those who genuinely care for you might encourage you to accept any loss in hopes of moving forward and enjoying the holidays. However they rarely have instructions on how to achieve this. Despite their sincere desire to help, you may want to seek guidance from a professional.

What Might Make A Difference?

The professional therapists independently contracted with Carolina Counseling Services – Fayetteville, NC are eager to help you process these feelings and move forward. Talking to a counselor might make a real difference in helping to overcome these emotions. You may find it helpful to let everything out in a judgment-free zone where you can process how you’re feeling.

Your therapist can guide you toward processing and resolving your complicated emotions, allowing you to celebrate the holidays and make happy memories with your loved ones. Call Carolina Counseling Services – Fayetteville, NC today to be connected with the right counselor for you!