Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin 268 — Feeling Lonely This Holiday Season? 8 Strategies That Will Help You Stay Mentally Strong
Does the holiday season feel a little too quiet for you? Maybe you're spending the holidays alone this year, or maybe you're surrounded by people but still feel lonely. If that’s the case, you're not the only one feeling lonely this year.
Loneliness during the holidays is more common than you might think, and it doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. Today, I'm sharing how to navigate the holiday season when you're feeling lonely. Whether you’re dealing with grief, divorce, or you live far away from loved ones, I’ll share strategies to help you find meaning and strength in this season.
Some of the things I talk about are:
- Why loneliness is so common during the holidays
- How cultural pressure and traditions can amplify feelings of isolation
- The difference between being alone and feeling lonely
- How to decide what you really need this season
- Strategies for planning ahead to reduce dread on tough days
- Ways to reframe negative thoughts that intensify loneliness
- How to create new traditions that feel meaningful to you
- The one thing that will help you best process your emotions
- The 8 strategies will help you cope with loneliness
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