When you’re single, it can feel like everyone is coupled up. And that can be especially difficult during the holidays when party invites roll in, love seems to be in the air — and saccharine couples are splashed in jewelry commercials and harrowing Hallmark-esque stories.
Naturally, you might feel lonely, and avoid going out. But while ending a relationship can be painful, you can still enjoy yourself.
Below, Terri Orbuch, Ph.D, a relationship expert and author of Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to a New and Happy Relationship, offers valuable tips for having a good holiday season.
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I recently had a breakup after a short dating experience and I have some of these feelings. Since it was a short relationship, it won’t take me too long to go back to dating but I do need closure, and I think these suggestions will help. Thank you.
Thanks! I think most of the people need this to get through the holidays lol….
I get that being home alone for the holidays can be isolating and depressing. I know the feeling because I spent more than a decade doing it solo. But take it from someone who is now on the other side, with the right frame of mind the time spent alone can be just as delicious.
Rebeca,
What did you do to enjoy your time alone? I spent this Christmas alone due to my separation. I have no family. It was extremely lonely and depressing. Please share. Thanks,
As someone whose husband of 17 years left suddenly to move in with someone else three days before Christmas, I understand the emotional stress of being alone on the holidays. Mourning a relationship is necessary but doing it during a holiday is dangerous. Get out and be with friends. Even if you aren’t feeling festive, and you won’t, don’t be alone.