Holiday problems to get out. Be cheerful for everyone.

@dbmax41 (585)
United States
November 19, 2007 1:53pm CST
Too many people I know are already depressed for the holidays. Dont fall into the same bottomless pit. People are so much happier when you interact happy. Im going to stay in a good mood for the holidays this year for ME. Side affect is a happy family. I may be here writing down what bothers me. Better than holding it in. If anyone that reads this wants to add a problem then go for it. Just write it down and see that you feel better. Ok I have a son inlaw that bothers me. Too many bills to. Your turn.
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• United States
21 Nov 07
Problems..This is my problem..My job is too easy..my boss is too nice, my cats are so loving , my house is so warm and I dont have to work tomorrow..I like my problems;)Happy Thanksgiving:)
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
22 Nov 07
LOL Cool. Thank you and happy thanks to you.
@hhhxxccc (222)
• United States
20 Nov 07
The Holiday season has always been one of my favorite, and even though i feel like i should be unhappy considering the circumstances, i cannot feel nothing but happiness. I cannot wait until i get to see the lights on people's houses again.
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@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
21 Nov 07
Good to be happy. Problems always have a way of working themselves out.
@maryannemax (12156)
• Sweden
20 Nov 07
holidays are always there. we can't stop them from coming. and so, most of us end up worrying too much. i admit, i am one of those worriful persons around. but you are right dbmax. it's better for me to calm down and stay happy. the reason for holidays is for us to be happy and not to be feeling down and depressed. thing is, i don't really have money now since i don't work now. i am studying a new language which will benefit me a lot in the near future. thinking about it, i am glad that i started studying a new language. i might not have money now but i can still have a work in the future. anne
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@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
21 Nov 07
Thats all we can hope for is a better future.
@Monkeyrose (2840)
• Canada
20 Nov 07
Wow those are some good ideas to help with depression. I generally get depressed at Christmas. It reminds of a whole bunch of bad family stuff. Okay: Too many bills and no job.
@maryannemax (12156)
• Sweden
20 Nov 07
yup. me, too. no job. but let's try not to be depressed and be wrinkle free. let's just smile about it. or better yet, laugh about it. i am sure that our loved ones will understand our situation. anne
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@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
I know the money problem. Me to. Also got hit with a bill a few thousand. Cant pay it till way after the new year. Happieness is more important than money.
• Canada
20 Nov 07
I'm sure they will understand the situation. I've got a part-time position for December so I'll be okay. I just got a call for an interview about 30 minutes ago. I also got an email about a part-time position handing out newspapers. Its very simple but it would be money. Good luck to you
@linben (132)
20 Nov 07
I kind of like holidays too. The only holiday problem i got now is that it doesn't last as long as before cos i have to work now. We can go shopping, taking sports, staying with family and other things we wanna do, how great is that! If i must pick something that bothers me now, i would say money and job stuff. Hope things will getter better and better. Cheer up!!!
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
Never lasts. I want to get up every morning with this joy in my heart.
@linben (132)
21 Nov 07
Good for you! There's an old saying here " A smile can make you ten years younger". :)Happy posting!!
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
22 Nov 07
Thanks. It helps my wife smile thats for sure.
@chrislotz (8137)
• Canada
19 Nov 07
I always have a problem with the christmas holidays. I always get depressed. I find it is too commercialized. It has gotten to what you can buy for who ever. Also I have hated christmas because when our family gets together for dinner there is always a fight. Everyone gets too drunk and then it never fails, my father usually always starts the fight. Well this year my father has passed away and now I don't think we will have any more fights. So I'm being optomistic about christmas this year. Maybe we can have an enjoyable dinner with no fighting.
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
Sorry to hear about dad. Christmas is very materialistic. I wish we could do what they did in the pioneer days and have everyone make gifts. Failure to resolve conflicts-Thats what my anger control counselor told me some years back after going to jail for fighting with my brother and cousin. LOL We grew up and we all get along these days. In fact none of us drink anymore either. But I still worry that my family will be depressed over the holidays. Money is usually the reason.
@chrislotz (8137)
• Canada
21 Nov 07
Thanks, but don't be sorry about my dad. He was a very mean drunk. Now that he's gone we should have a very peaceful christmas since he was the one that always started the fight.
@cher913 (25782)
• Canada
19 Nov 07
well i am not depreseed perse, but if i was that type of person, i sure would have a lot to be depressed about, no money, a ton of bills and serious pain in both my knees (i am waiting on knee replacement surgery!) but i am generally a pretty cheery person
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
Thats the spirit I hope to see from my family. I worry about people being sad but Im not depressed.
@azimsay (543)
• India
20 Nov 07
We like to go out in a holiday. I like to go out with all family member.Some verities khana for holiday camp.But holiday spot is nearest from our home,its my choice.
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
21 Nov 07
That sounds neet. Where are you from?
@ctrymuziklvr (11057)
• United States
20 Nov 07
I'm basically a very depressed person and take a lot of medication for it. Since my Dad passed away 19 years ago my whole family has gone down hill! My daughter is having a lot of problems since she just broke up with her abusive ex of 20+ years and I'm basically the only help she has. I'm on social security and working one day a week to help ends meet. My mother has been very ill and isn't doing well. There is so much stuff going on but I have sworn that this year is going to be different and nothing is going to get to me or anyone I know. I even have my Christmas tree up and decorated all ready!!! It's good to get things out in the open and then just forget about them and get on with the job of living. Have a good one!
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
Yes get your problems out. This site is great for that. I have gotten great advise here. Hope your mom gets better soon. The christmas decorations is a good start. Im putting mine up early this year. Abusive ex son in law? That must be hard on her. Tell her to smile at herself in the bathroom mirror. I do it often. Ya sounds odd but it works. Im just happy to be with my family this year for the holidays. I work both turkey and christmas but I'll be with them in the evening. Have a good smile and turkey day!!
@girljar (287)
• United States
20 Nov 07
I know I was Scrooging up until today, which is really hard to do, since my best friend is what I call the 'crazy Christmas lady'. But I went to Sam's, just to get some grocery items, and I walked through all the Christmas stuff, and I came out on the Christmas bandwagon. It really does suck for my family when I am grouchy during the holidays. I don't really have any problems, now, except, of course, not much money, as usual. I moved 1100 miles away from most of my stress for the holidays (my family). lol.
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
aaawww Moved away from family. Sounds like a good thing? Glad you have the christmas spirit.
@quentina (109)
• China
20 Nov 07
Really?In opinion,the holiday can bring me much joy.I am very exciting when a holiday is comimg.It means that I can go to somewhere i haven't been to for a wonderful travel with my best friends or have a pretty invitation going back to my hometown.I really can't think about something which bother me.It's a great thing to have a holday after you are experiencing busy,bald,tired working time.
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
Holiday joy is wonderful.
• China
20 Nov 07
yes, you are right. The holiday caused the big problem to the transportion and the scene sort. Wherevere you visit, you will meet so many people. You couldn't find the peaceful place for the resting.
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
20 Nov 07
LOL Rest will be an issue for me this year. Im working straight through christmas this year.
20 Nov 07
Problems : Family Problems, Lots to do, Procrastination & Poorness But this christmas will be the BEST yet x3 I will make it so! XD
@dbmax41 (585)
• United States
21 Nov 07
Good, we have to keep that spirit.