Ho! Ho! Hum!  Why do I feel so bummed?  The Holiday lights are still twinkling and the Holidays cheers are still a favorite memory.  If you find yourself asking this question, you may be experiencing the Holiday Blues. 

This Holiday Blues can best be defined as a period of sadness, loneliness, depression or anxiety that occur often around the holiday season.  "The blues" can be intense and emotional but should not last longer than two weeks before a person feels better and engages back into his/her normal routine.  Anyone can experience "the Blues," but people prone to such are those who have recently lost a loved one, have experienced a major financial setback, anyone going through a major life transition, those separated from family, or people who suffer with depression and anxiety. 

If you are experiencing insomnia or sleeping too much, overeating or undereating, severe headaches, increased inrritability, excessive guilt,are unfocused, or experience a loss of pleasure, then you may be experiencing the "holiday blues." 

To alleviate these symptoms follow these steps to get your R.E.S.T. 

• Reasonable Expectations and Goals

               Be reasonable about what you can and cannot do.  Get plenty of rest and relaxation.

• Exercise Daily

              Drink and eat in moderation. 

• Simplify to Relieve Stress

             Set a budget for activities and gifts and stick to it. 

• Take Time

             Take time to relax with friends and supportive, caring people. 

If your symptoms persist longer than 2 weeks, or worsen you may need professional assistance.                       Quality Life Center has professional licensened therapists to provide you with counseling.

If you believe you are in need of professional assistance please call us at QualityLife Center for an appointment today at 398-2020 or visit the website to make an appointment at