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Coping with Stress and Depression during the Holidays
Coping with Stress and Depression during the Holidays
Coping with Stress and Depression during the Holidays
Monday 21st December 2020
Join Jeff Brandler in 'Tales From the Office' as he shares strategies for coping with holiday stress and depression.
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Get the buttons here!Holiday Blues: How to Manage Stress and Depression with Jeff Brandler
It's easy this time of year to be prone to what I call the quick fix. Very easy to to get stuck in that over eating, over drinking, over spending shopping all this good quick fix stuff.
The holiday season often comes wrapped in bright lights and cheerful songs, but for many, it's a time of heightened stress and deepening depression. In this episode of 'Tales From the Office', seasoned therapist Jeff Brandler shares his wisdom on navigating these emotional challenges. Drawing from a presentation he made back in 2006 at the Morristown, NJ Depression Bipolar Support Alliance, Jeff dives into why this supposedly joyful time can be so tough for those dealing with mental health issues.
He touches on the pressures of commercialism, the weight of family expectations, and the emotional toll these factors can take. But it's not all doom and gloom. Jeff provides practical strategies to help you not just survive but thrive during the holidays. From practicing gratitude to reaching out and helping others, he offers actionable advice that can make a real difference.
One of his key suggestions is to create new holiday rituals that bring personal joy and meaning, rather than sticking to traditions that might feel burdensome. Whether you're struggling with your own mental health or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a compassionate voice to guide you through the holiday season.