Tag: #christmasblues

Surviving Your Family of Origin At Christmas Time

I found this article from last year and thought it was relevant today. Enjoy!   Most survivors have families of origin that were responsible for their forming complex post-traumatic stress disorder through committing chronic child abuse. So, the holidays, especially Christmas, are very difficult for them.   This article...

Prioritizing Your Mental Health During the Holidays

Christmas and other holidays are upon us. However, with all the holiday cheer and purchasing of presents, there also comes, for many people, a sense of dread. Some people have families of origin that are toxic, and others have no one at all.   This article focuses on prioritizing...