NAMI News: December 2025

Softening the Season

The holiday season is typically portrayed as a time filled with celebration and family. For many people, this time of year comes with an emotional heaviness, often referred to as the holiday blues. These feelings are amplified for those living with mental health challenges, whether their own or a loved one’s. The contrast between societal expectations and the lived realities of caregiving or symptom management can bring additional layers of stress, fatigue, and emotional strain. In the midst of these feelings, you can shape the season around what feels meaningful, sustainable, and nurturing for yourself and your loved ones. 

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