Ending 2020 & New Year blues

So we're at the end of a year once again, although its been an abnormally crazy year for all of us, even without the current situations, the end of a year always brings with it overwhelming and indescribable feelings... The week leading up to the New Year is filled with a silent anxiety or dread, walking about with a never ending pit in your stomach. Even after 20 years of experiencing the end of a year and going into a new one, the feelings do not change or get any better. 

For some, you might be able to pinpoint what it is that makes you feel this way, often it's the deep reflection of the year we're leaving behind, the anxiety and stress of a new year which is tied to new beginnings and goals etc. or maybe just a general sadness to be leaving a great year behind (Maybe not 2020 though lol). However, sometimes there just isn't anything specific you can relate your feelings to and that can leave you questioning "why?" and feeling a little lost. I'm here to let you all know that this is completely fine and normal and experienced by many. Emotions may just be heightened during this period and instead of trying to fight against the feelings, it's best to try to accept and not judge why it is you're feeling this way. Sadness, loneliness, guilt, anxiousness or any emotion, whatever it is, it's completely valid whether you've had a 'good' year or not. Surrounding yourself with people you love is always a good idea and although it doesn't exactly take away the feelings, I find it's good if you want to cry together! :) 

This year may have you feeling even more intensely than ever before, because there's not many options for escape and the media right now could send anyone into a meltdown. Going into a year not knowing what's coming next and not having those plans or things booked, to conquer the January blues, is going to be incredibly tough. Always keep in mind that not knowing, doesn't necessarily mean things are going to be bad and the anxiety you feel because of the unknown, is just a natural survival instinct, if you're here and alive be grateful and hopeful that the unknown could turn out amazingly. Before the year ends try to pick out or write down at least 5 moments that were happy/ you are grateful for and even though reflection may cause you to get upset, it's good to see what you've learnt or not, from the past year! However, if any of this is too much for you, just making it through the new year and into January is enough...

REMEMBER, don't put any pressure on yourself, a new year doesn't have to mean a new you, you might be perfectly fine as you are and you've gotten through the new years before, so you can do it again! Rest, tune into yourself and your needs and take care. Hope 2021 brings much more love and happiness to everyone. xx