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

@DoraDisorder Years ago, for a variety of reasons, I separated myself from my family. Since then, I've been spared all unwanted stress-inducing gatherings, meals, and gift exchanges. I now enjoy Christmas by decorating my house, listening to Christmas music, eating what I like, hanging out with friends, and watching all the Christmas movies I want. I spent the first three decades of my life hating Christmas, and now I look forward to it every year.

#christmas