This holiday season, when so many people get hit with the "holiday blues," I will actively alter my state of mind. Reality is perception, and I believe we can consciously alter our perception. Some call it the power of the mind. I don't know about all that but here are a few things that will and will not happen to me this holiday season:
1) I refuse to become depressed. If I feel the evil of the blues sneaking upon me, I will trounce upon it. I will combat abjection with whatever arsenal I can muster; happy thoughts, blessings, medication...
2) I will perform acts of charity.
3) I am determined to remember the reason and spirit of the season.
4) Whatever the weather, I will be thankful for it and find some enjoyment in mother nature. If it is cold or gray or snowing, instead of sleeping through the day, I will build a fire, snuggle, and rejoice in my warm home.
5) I will surround myself with happy, joyous people. Their love, warmth, enthusiam, and positive outlook will permeate through my cynical shell, altering my state of mind like a drug.
6) I am determined to fake all of the above until it becomes my reality.
Happy Holidays, JU!
P.S. Feel free to add to my list. It can be our list!