Many survivors of trauma and abuse tend to spend holidays alone. This can lead to us feeling depressed and absolutely dread these days when they come around on the calendar. We can feel alone, unloved and see ourselves as “the problem”. In other cases, to avoid these feelings (because obviously - these feelings can be overwhelming and painful to sit through) we may attend family events despite them being unsafe for us, leading us to feeling worse.
Spending The Holidays Alone As A Survivor
Spending The Holidays Alone As A Survivor
Spending The Holidays Alone As A Survivor
Many survivors of trauma and abuse tend to spend holidays alone. This can lead to us feeling depressed and absolutely dread these days when they come around on the calendar. We can feel alone, unloved and see ourselves as “the problem”. In other cases, to avoid these feelings (because obviously - these feelings can be overwhelming and painful to sit through) we may attend family events despite them being unsafe for us, leading us to feeling worse.