In general, for most people, the end-of-year holidays mean a time for good times, happiness, and togetherness. However, this time can be emotionally challenging for people who suffer from depression or anxiety. Therefore, if you are one of those people currently experiencing sadness, hopelessness, anxiety, and panic attacks, here are some recommendations for this end-of-year:
Avoid over-demanding or judging yourself: Because it's the last month of the year, you may be thinking back and analyzing everything you accomplished in previous months and feeling like you didn't do everything you set out to do or that you didn't make the most of your time. Don't be so hard on yourself. Instead of focusing on everything you didn't do, you can take note of the things you did that made you feel better and helped you grow as a person.
Take care of your health: Christmas and New Year's generally tend to consume more food and/or alcohol than usual. Try to eat healthy and avoid excessive alcohol consumption, as diet and substance use can alter your brain chemistry and, consequently, how you feel.
Set realistic goals: Since the year is coming to a close, you may want to set new goals for the coming year. Consider both your current abilities and those skills you still need to improve. You can set your goals based on the Smart method (which stands for intelligent goals): goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
For example: if you want to learn English:
- Specific: You can define learning at a basic level if you have no previous knowledge.
- Measurable: Learn a basic vocabulary of 200 words.
- Achievable: studying two hours a week on your own or paying an academy.
- Relevant: This skill may help you grow in your job.
- Temporary: study for a period of six months.
Explore what works for you in those moments: if you don't feel comfortable around other people, you can find space alone, and if you feel you'd like to talk to someone about how you're feeling, you can find someone you trust to talk to. Note: Remember that you can seek professional support if you feel you can't control your emotions.
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