A Blue Christmas

Haven’t been feeling Christmassy this year?


That’s ok.


Despite media portrayals of Christmas as “the most wonderful time of the year”… a lot of people often don’t feel that way. Christmas time places a lot of pressure on everyone.


Real life seldom stops for Christmas, whether this be poor mental health or unfortunate circumstance.


Whilst this is a time you may be surrounded by more family than the rest of the year, remember it’s not uncommon to feel lonely.


Reach out to your friends and let them know if you’re feeling blue. Remember to check in on your friends this

 holiday too.


Enjoy what you can, and don’t feel guilty where you can’t.


Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays Everyone!







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