Holiday Period
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Holiday Period
The holidays can be a very difficult period for persons grieving the loss of loved ones, struggling financially, feeling a loss of happier times, separated from loved ones and in poor health. This is supposed to be the happiest of times as we hear the glories of Christmas and the holiday season. We must remember as joyful as it may be for you, many persons are suffering. The joys you may not have only magnify the unhappiness one may feel. If you know someone suffering this holiday time, do the following as possible:
1. Be patient.
2. Listen and be empathetic.
3. Share a hug, smile or even a cry if appropriate.
4. Share spiritual values and beliefs to give strength.
5. Share a happy story.
6. If a Christian, delight in the birth Jesus Christ and which he means to all Christians.
This topic is discussed in a download on my website from a segment I did with Jack Ebling on "Ebling and You".
The best is wished to each and every one of you as we enjoy Christmas, one of the world's greatest religious holidays!