12/25/2025
Get • The holidays can bring up a mix of emotions, & dialectics help us make sense of that. Dialectics means two seemingly opposite things can be true at the same time. There’s no “right” way to feel. Your emotional experience can be layered & still valid.
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Here are some holiday truths that can coexist:
-You can feel joy for the season and grief for what’s changed.
-You can enjoy traditions and create new ones that fit who you are now.
-You can feel grateful and still struggle with your mental health.
-You can want connection and choose quiet, restorative time alone.
-You can be doing your best and not feel “festive” all the time.
-You can appreciate your family and need space from them.