PandoraDec 19, 2022

Hey everyone. Just a reminder that you don't have to put up with bullying, shaming or guilt-tripping, just because it is Christmas.

If you don't want to see those relatives, you don't have to.

If you don't want to cook a huge dinner you don't have to.

If you don't feel like celebrating, you don't have to.

And don't let Christmas adverts bully you into being anxious. They just want your money, they don't care about your wellbeing.

Christmas is just one day. Be true to yourselves and put your mental and physical health first.

#christmas #mentalhealth

Show threadStevens R MillerDec 20, 2022

@DoraDisorder

A few years back, I started sending everyone who ever gave me a birthday or holiday gift a thank-you email for all past gifts, and a request that any future gifts be to someone in need. I am not in need and would rather not receive gifts. Knowing my gift went to someone in need instead is the only gift I ask for.

Most of them stopped giving me anything. A few did not. But I don't feel guilty about jack, so it's been a good move.

Show threadPandoraDec 20, 2022
@stevensrmiller That's a fab idea, thank you for sharing, I think a lot of people might find that useful. Trying to dredge up an idea for a gift that someone almost certainly doesn't want is such a waste of mental energy, time and money when there are so many in need
Show threadStevens R Miller

@DoraDisorder

Yeah, I see it that way too. It gets harder all the time to think of something. If one is a creator of anything, I have most liked receiving gifts that are your creations. Other than that, who is going to give me a Lamborghini? Not much else I want that I don't already have.

My nephew sent me a cool note of appreciation for my no-gifts request. Only person to do that. I like him.

Dec 20, 2022 at 3:22pmWeb