Holidays.

Holidays are tough. There are a lot of feelings that come along with them. There are a lot of expectations that come along with them--from other people and from ourselves, as well. And there can be a lot of disappointment that comes along with them if you aren't careful.

Be easy on yourself. Do what you need to do for you. If you can't do it, don't. If you can't keep up, don't push yourself. The thing about a holiday is that it's just one day. You have to get through it and then keep going afterwards. So, if pushing yourself through it means you can't keep going afterwards, don't push yourself. Gauge it and do what works. Like I said, it's just one day. You have a whole life ahead of you.

If you feel like your family is going to be upset with you if you don't make it, talk to them. Explain why you aren't coming. You don't owe them anything, but an explanation never hurts. Chances are they really aren't going to be upset with you, though. They love you and want you to get better. In most cases we expect more and are harder on ourselves than anyone else. A lot of the expectation is in our own head.

If you are reading this and are alone today on this thanksgiving holiday, you are not the only one. I am alone today, too. I could not do it today. And that is okay. If you could not do it today, that is okay. We will get it next time.

I believe in us. Happy thanksgiving.