12/23/2024
Protecting and caring for your mental health during the holidays is so important. With increased pressure to attend social events, follow long standing traditions, and break your routines, it can be difficult to maintain good mental health.
Although the holidays are meant to be a joyous time, many folks experience a lot of emotional difficulty throughout the season. For many, the season is tainted by painful memories or ongoing experiences of childhood adversity, mental health and addictions struggles, poverty, and domestic violence.
It is okay if you're not feeling the joy. It is most important to protect your mental health. Lean on those who feel supportive to you, engage in things that recharge your energy, and maintain your boundaries.
If you need extra support. Help is available.
NS provincial MH and Addictions Crisis Line
+1-888-429-8167
Canadian Su***de Crisis Line
Dial 988