Meh 😞

[Tranters]

So just thought I would post today. I’m feeling down, I think it’s the Christmas season. The feeling of sadness just keeps creeping up on me. I haven’t even got the energy to be pretend to be interested in my friends children etc which is unlike me. I just want to be alone. Anyone else feel like this around December?

Xx

[louisear]

it's totally normal. I've gone the opposite end just trying to throw myself into things. I think it's called denial. It's a very difficult time of year for a lot of people and I really don't think people who've gone through and are going through this journey are an exception. Be kind to yourself and give in to your feelings when you have to. Sending hugs xx

[Tranters in reply to louisear]

Thank you for your kind words- this forum never fails to cheer me up x

[E_05]

Definitely ‘normal’ I’m desperately trying to get Christmassy this year as last was such a flop. I think just do what you feel you can, it’s a hard time of year for so many different reasons and you have to look after yourself xx

[TTCs]

It's totally understandable - its a month long reminder of our dreams being tangled in front if us! I had no interest in putting decorations up this year either though still did. Equally there's alot of parties/drinking etc which puts pressure on when not in the mood or T total.

A piece of advice i found on instagram was that happiness is not an all or nothing thing but small moments that we need to cherish amongst a day of other emotions, stress, worry etc. So we shouldn't strive to be a "happy" person as its unachievable, no one can be happy totally. It isnt a lasting emotion. I found this helpful 😘

[Dreamydoran]

Meh. It’s hard.. really hard! And fully understand.. everyone has different feelings about it and friends and family generally have an oppion about it (which isn’t always helpful) have a good cry, shout, scream even.. but get it out.. and talk to your partner... I always generally have good cry.. then tell myself there is nothing I can do to change the outcome this time.. then ask what can I do to improve my chances next time.. that normally sorts me out.. I hope I’ve been a little helpful? And your time will come xx