BOOST YOUR MOOD WITH THESE TIPS Spending the Holidays Alone?
TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. Just because you’re not seeing people during the holidays does not mean you should forgo your basic needs.
Many Americans spend the holidays alone every year, and the pandemic has only made it more difficult for people to see their loved ones, as travel has become more restricted and strenuous.
If you’re one of these people who are spending their first holiday season alone this year, here are a few strategies you can try to make the situation a little easier.
Stick to your regular hygiene habits and do not let them get away from you. The same goes for eating and sleeping. Staying clean, well-fed, and
DON’T HOLD YOURSELF TO THE USUAL STANDARDS. One of the best things about spending the holidays alone is that you can do things your way. You don’t have to worry about meeting everyone else’s standards. Instead, you only have to make yourself happy. Simply telling yourself that you are not going to have the usual holiday environment can slightly help, but redefining what the holiday means to you can remove a huge weight. Trying new things or looking toward the future are great ways to reduce the stress of spending the holidays alone. Keeping up with old traditions may remind you of what you’re missing out on, so it can greatly help to create your own traditions. PLAN AHEAD. If you know in advance that you’re going to be spending the holidays alone, planning ahead can prevent negative feelings. While being spontaneous can sometimes keep things fresh, it could leave you with a feeling of hopelessness about what to do next. There’s no need for your list to be extensive or highly detailed, but even just planning to watch a movie or cook some of your favorite dishes can give you something to look forward to. All in the Family In 2017, Don visited Eye Plastic Associates for an upper and lower blepharoplasty surgery to correct his field of vision. The outcome of his surgery was so impressive that earlier in 2021, his wife Jeanette followed suit. Their journey started during a routine eye exam. Don’s optometrist pointed out that his field of vision had been reduced significantly over the years due to eyelid drooping and excess skin. The optometrist recommended Dr. Scott, so Don decided to visit him. Referring to his lower blepharoplasty, Don says, “I had real big protruding pockets. Dr. Scott said he could fix it, and he did.” He’s particularly amazed at how natural the results have been. “He said no one would ever know I had surgery, and he was exactly right.” So, when Jeanette began experiencing similar problems with her vision, she also decided to see Dr. Scott. Though she originally intended to have only upper and lower blepharoplasty performed, Dr. Scott also recommended a ptosis surgery on one eye. “I had a droopy eye,” Jeanette says. “My mother had it, and she never had anything done, so I thought it was a hereditary condition. But Dr. Scott said it could be corrected.”
well-rested goes a long way toward improving your happiness. As with all mental health advice, what works for some
does not work for everyone. Do what you think will work best for you and
help you keep your thoughts happy.
DON AND JEANETTE SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH DR. SCOTT Jeanette had her ptosis surgery in January, and she needed several months of downtime before proceeding with the blepharoplasty in June. “I’m really pleased with the work, and I’m glad I had it done,” she says. “In pictures, I can see a difference.” But nobody else seems to have noticed the surgery, which is precisely what Jeanette wanted. “I guess what made me finally have the surgery is that no one noticed my husband had it done. We’ve got three grown kids, and they don’t even know.” Both Don and Jeanette were pleased with their recovery, though they note they were grateful to have each other’s help. “My husband says everything went great,” Jeanette jokes, “but he doesn’t say anything about how well I took care of him!” They also agree they received excellent care from everyone at Eye Plastic Associates. “Dr. Scott sits down and talks to you and explains the procedure,” Don says. “His bedside manner is very professional, unlike most doctors I’ve seen. I was very, very happy with the whole procedure, and I would recommend him to anyone who might need this type of surgery.”
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