We need to talk about Christmas.
While the mere thought of the festive season might fill some of you with holly-jolly joy, for others, things aren’t so merry around the Christmas period.
For every person who can’t wait to put up their Christmas tree, eat until they burst, and of course, rip into all of those exciting presents, there is another person who is quietly, secretly dreading the festive season.
Even if it's just a tiny little bit.
Don't get me wrong: I love Christmas. I love the family and the friends and the sun and the wine and everything else that comes with it.
But when I look around the table on Christmas Day, it's impossible not to be reminded of the people who should be there, but aren't.
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I think the article is important! Studies have shown that people with mental health really do struggle at this time of year.
We have lost two uncles recently (big personalities, joke tellers, they are really missed at Christmas) and my mother in law passed away just before Christmas 2 years ago. My husband also seems to turn into scrooge even before his mother passed away.
It is hard at Christmas because you want it to be magical, fun, lots of delicious food and a time to catch up, because that is what i grew up with. I just try and be "merry" but not too cheesy and not complain about what presents i have to buy or who i need to visit because you never know who will be around next year.
Being regretful or maudlin is a choice. I'm not sure of the point of this article. Or if it has one
Grieving for loved ones who are no longer around is hardly a "choice". This time of year can be really hard for some people.