By Jai’Quell Madison Holiday Spirit can boost your Mental Health. There are many ways to join in on the holiday fun, like listening to Christmas music, decorating the house, and putting up the tree. Doing activities with your family can all be beneficial to your overall mood. It creates less stress by letting go of worries and focusing on good times, and the feeling of joy and excitement takes its place. An article by 24 News stated that “Holiday music and flavors help spark feelings of joy as well, because they are a deviation from everyday routine.” The holidays are a time for positive emotions, and being able to reminisce about past times, while also leaving hope for the future. December is also the time for Mental Health Awareness. A month to enjoy yourself and be able to self-reflect. Taking the moment to clear your mind and doing things that soothes you are major parts in releasing built up tension. Try to create time for yourself, like having a moment in the day to meditate, do a workout, or even just relax. The Rochester City School District is also promoting Mental Health Awareness, and has a “12 Days of Wellness Challenge” for people to participate in. The district created a list of daily things to do to brighten your mood. There are four categories: Gratitude, Positivity, Self-care, and Discovery. Each one is different, for example doing good deeds, showing compassion for your loved ones, and even creating techniques to promote self-improvement. Times can be rough, but the holidays are moments to show yourself kindness.
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12/20/2023 10:33:00 am
Interesting articles!
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Oddo
12/21/2023 05:13:10 am
I agree Quell! I struggle a bit with the holidays but decorating, baking cookies and making crafts helps.
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