Mental preparation for the holidays

[avisg]

The Holiday's for most of us is a great time but it can be filled with alot of stress .It for many can bring on some depression with the financial problems in the country  this last year. I dont think there has been any of us that have not suffered
at all.I know I tend to get a bit blue around Christmas .So lets all be each others support threw the holidays .I think at some point each and everyone of us might need an ear or a bit extra support.If anyone needs to talk feel free to PM me .Things are calming down and I am starting to feel better anything. If can do it help someone else just let me know .

[narla]

This is my first Christmas clean, of course in Australia we swelter on Christmas day so everyone loves nice cold drinks. I'm going to my daughters for the day there'll be quite a few people there and I know there will only be me and 1 other person not drinking,he has never drunk alcohol,how do you keep focussed,I know It's going to be hard but I don't want to do something I know I'll regret,I'm finding the closer it gets the more nervous I am that I'll stuff it up.I think what makes it worse is I know my family will be watching me,it makes me feel like a little kid that can't be trusted,and at the moment I don't know whether I can be.Any suggestions on making it easier.  Denise

[dominosarah]

We are coming upon a very stressful time.  We have to all be on our toes, keep our guard up and talk talk talk.......even when things are good too!!!

[ZJILLIAN]

You are such an active member and support for everyone here. Just a thank you for it all.

[gizzy32]

Yes, holidays can be very stressful for some and lately it seems like there have been so many relapses. I like this post, getting support in times of weakness has been a life saver for me, I can't always do it alone. Stay strong everyone and reach out in times of need. We can do this together:)