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It’s Never Totally Right At The Holidays

January 1, 2026 By Allison Schoonmaker

managing holiday expectations

Listen to the blog: We had a totally fine Christmas. There is literally nothing to complain about. Nothing went wrong. No fights. We saw all the people. Ate all the food. My son got the most important stuff on his list. My husband and I didn’t even get into an argument … [Read more...] about It’s Never Totally Right At The Holidays

Filed Under: Christian Living, Emotions, Parenting/Family, Transitions Tagged With: anxiety, communicating with God, connection with God, depression, emotion, holiday stress, holidays, managing emotions, stress

What Would Bring You Joy on Christmas?

December 25, 2025 By Aimeé Poché

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Listen to the blog: Christmas is often talked about as “the most wonderful time of the year,” yet many people quietly feel stressed, lonely, or disappointed when the day finally arrives. Expectations can be sky-high — perfect family moments, perfect gifts, perfect … [Read more...] about What Would Bring You Joy on Christmas?

Filed Under: Christian Living, Mental Health, Parenting/Family Tagged With: Christmas, combating loneliness, faith, faith and mental health, holiday stress, holidays, hope, joy, loneliness, rediscovering joy, stress, Suffering

How to Not Lose Your Mind During the Holidays – Guest Article

December 21, 2023 By Allison Schoonmaker

how to survive the holidays with family

This week, please enjoy this guest article, written by Allison Schoonmaker, MA, LPC. Allison has worked in private practice since 2006 and is the owner of Spring Life Counseling, LLC. She works with clients dealing with relational distress and communication … [Read more...] about How to Not Lose Your Mind During the Holidays – Guest Article

Filed Under: Mental Health, Parenting/Family Tagged With: conflict management, family, holiday stress, holidays, stress

How to Surround Yourself with Love During the Holidays 

December 11, 2023 By Crossroads Professional Counseling

surround yourself with love

Everyone says the holidays are about spending time with family, friends, and loved ones. While this is true for the actual day of the holiday, the remainder of the time could tell a different story. As someone who lives an hour away from their family, I spend most of my time away … [Read more...] about How to Surround Yourself with Love During the Holidays 

Filed Under: Anxiety/Depression, Emotions Tagged With: holidays, loneliness

Dealing With Holiday Blues

December 1, 2022 By Crossroads Professional Counseling

Christmas, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. As magical as it is for many, it’s the hardest time of the year for others. The holidays can be a painful reminder of loss, loneliness, and regret. While many are busying about with anticipation, there are also many who can’t … [Read more...] about Dealing With Holiday Blues

Filed Under: Anxiety/Depression, Emotions Tagged With: depression, emotions, family, holidays, hope, pain

Not So Happy Holidays

December 9, 2021 By Rachel Miley

dealing with sadness during the holidays

The holidays can be a loaded season for many people. There’s an expectation for the months to be filled with holly, jolly glee. But for some it can be met with pressure, disappointment, grief, sadness or pain.  Are you someone who is feeling a bit of dread toward the … [Read more...] about Not So Happy Holidays

Filed Under: Anxiety/Depression, Parenting/Family Tagged With: anxiety, family, holidays, stress

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