Christmas was wonderful My husband and I enjoyed our very favoreite foods because it was just us. The grown up kids both called. Everything was wonderful and free and easy. I think it was the nicest Christjmas we ever had together. Today I just keep playing sad songs and wonder what this letdown is all about? Christmas was easier than ever and full of love. Why am I crying and playing sad songs? Tears?
2006-12-26 06:33:41 · 8 answers · asked by Dovey 7 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Am I the only one depressed today? Christmas was wonderful and so easy now that my husband and I grow closer every day out of 39 years. So why am I playing sads songs and crying?
2006-12-26 06:36:29 · update #1
Nope! I'm sad too. I only had Saturday, Sunday and Christmas off and had to be back at my desk at 7:30 this morning, leaving my love at home in our warm bed. It's making me kind of depressed too.
I think most people feel a little let down after the holidays.
Even though I had the most lovely Christmas I ever had, I want it to last and last.
We'll be better tomorrow I bet.
2006-12-26 07:04:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a normal let down. yesterday was perfect, and today it's over. Find something to do, keep busy, rather than dwelling on the fact that you are alone today. Call some friends, go out for coffee, start a new project, etc. Good luck. There will be more perfect days, dont' worry.
2006-12-26 14:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by mightymite1957 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It could be for a number of reasons, but there are some questions you need to ask yourself.
1. Is this normal? Do you always feel this way around this time of year?
It wouldn't be unusual if that were true, many people get the holiday blues around this time. It's during this time of year when many people get depressed, and even commit suicide, because they're feeling down and when they see others who are happy, they feel even worse because everyone's happy and they're not. In a sense, they're being left out, and because all humans are born with a desire, or tendency, to want to belong somewhere, and when that's denied, many people will get down about that.
2. Do you always feel down whenever something good happens?
Sometimes, when a person has a really good day, and it's over, they're said because it's over and they want more of it. They don't want it to end. A lot of people are like that, they want things to stay the same but get better. Unfortunately, much of the time things do have to change, but they do get better, as long as you do your best to maintain a positive attitude and talk about it when you need to.
I know that for me, once in a while, when I go to a party or dinner at a friend's house, and have a great time, and then leave, I feel kind of sad because it's over. But within an hour, I feel better because I develop a sense of gratitude that it happened, and that kind of allows me to move on and look forward to the next party or gathering with my friends. This isn't a bad thing, as long as it doesn't last over a day.
You just might be feeling sad because it ended, but just remind yourself that as one door closes, another opens. Or, if you want it to relate more to this, as one day ends, another begins. Hold onto the memories, but don't stop living. Just keep going. You'll have plenty more good days like this, as long as you maintain a positive attitude and good coping skills when you have a bad day.
3. Do you think this could be something more serious?
If you suspect that this could be a sign of depression, let your husband know and talk about it. From what I've read, it seems that you and your husband have an overall healthy and happy marriage, and that really is great! So, you should be able to talk to him about just about anything. Let him know and see if he's feeling the same way. If so, you both can help each other out with it. But this could be a sign of depression, or just the holiday blues. Let your husband know, but just wait a few days before you actually go out and do something, like going to the doctor. Just give it time, it'll probably pass, but if it doesn't, then get some help. Only God is perfect without help, the rest of us shouldn't feel any shame in reaching out.
I hope I've been able to help, and just remember two quotes some great teachers in my life have told me.
"Anyone can be negative, that's easy. But it takes effort to be positive." -- Mr. P, math teacher for 6th/7th grade
"If you have a challenge, deal with it, learn from it, grow stronger for it, and move on..." -- Mr. S, my favorite social studies teacher, 8th grade
I wish you all the best, and happy new year! ^_^
2006-12-26 14:47:39 · answer #3 · answered by Green Emotion 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Because you are happy. Reach way down and feel it. Yeah, maybe you want the moment to last forever, but then it wouldn't be as special.
I am in Canada. I have traveled far to be with family. Today is still a holiday. Everyone went out shopping. But I am home alone with a 4 game hockey marathon!
2006-12-26 14:37:58 · answer #4 · answered by JuanB 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you just didn't want the day to end. Perfect days are so rare.
2006-12-27 00:27:58 · answer #5 · answered by nursesr4evr 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wait till you face reality some day and your alone like me;SMACK reality will set in and you will be looking for something bigger in life than just christmas and relationships
2006-12-26 14:42:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
"Post coitum animal triste" - get the meaning of this and you'll have your answer.
2006-12-26 14:42:48 · answer #7 · answered by tokydo 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No your not I'm at home too ...........
2006-12-26 14:37:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋