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So when will the numbness wear off?
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<blockquote data-quote="tiredmommy" data-source="post: 328905" data-attributes="member: 1722"><p>It may be that you have tried too hard for too long and can't keep it going. Or you may be a little depressed. Or, perhaps, you've put such high expectations on the holidays to bring you happiness that you are feeling very unfilled.</p><p></p><p>{{{Hugs}}}</p><p></p><p>It may be time to change how you think about the holidays. Many of us feel let down and hollowed out after holidays and other special occasions because they highlight our frustrations and insecurities. Few of us have kodak or hallmark moments to carry us through the rough times. But, truth be told, most people have problems a lot of the time just like we do. But at least we have each other.</p><p></p><p>So what is the answer? For me, I create whatever memories I can but try to keep things simple at the same time. I think of the universal reasons behind each holiday or occasion. It helps me to keep some perspective.</p><p></p><p>Reaching out to help others can help me feel connected and like I'm part of something bigger than myself and my problems. It gives me a chance to see the big picture.</p><p></p><p>And I try to do things just for me, small things usually. Like painting my toenails a funky color. Or stealing a few minutes to read a magazine. Or I wear pj's all day if I'm not going out just because I can. Because it's okay for me to treat myself kindly. It helps recharge me.</p><p></p><p>I'm sure others will be along to offer support and advice but it may be pretty quiet tonight.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="tiredmommy, post: 328905, member: 1722"] It may be that you have tried too hard for too long and can't keep it going. Or you may be a little depressed. Or, perhaps, you've put such high expectations on the holidays to bring you happiness that you are feeling very unfilled. {{{Hugs}}} It may be time to change how you think about the holidays. Many of us feel let down and hollowed out after holidays and other special occasions because they highlight our frustrations and insecurities. Few of us have kodak or hallmark moments to carry us through the rough times. But, truth be told, most people have problems a lot of the time just like we do. But at least we have each other. So what is the answer? For me, I create whatever memories I can but try to keep things simple at the same time. I think of the universal reasons behind each holiday or occasion. It helps me to keep some perspective. Reaching out to help others can help me feel connected and like I'm part of something bigger than myself and my problems. It gives me a chance to see the big picture. And I try to do things just for me, small things usually. Like painting my toenails a funky color. Or stealing a few minutes to read a magazine. Or I wear pj's all day if I'm not going out just because I can. Because it's okay for me to treat myself kindly. It helps recharge me. I'm sure others will be along to offer support and advice but it may be pretty quiet tonight. [/QUOTE]
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