Overcoming 'Holiday Depression' After Festive Breaks: Expert Tips

• 'Holiday Depression' describes the sadness or physical/mental illness felt after long holidays like Christmas and New Year.
• Consultant Psychologist Ranjit Halder notes this post-holiday emptiness is a common mental state.
• Causes include not fully relaxing during holidays, carrying work burdens, or comparing holiday joy to daily life.
• To overcome it, experts advise a buffer day before returning to work, exercising, engaging in activities, and spending time with loved ones.
• Avoid comparing your life to social media posts, as this can worsen depression; focus on self-care and returning to work with new enthusiasm.

Why It Matters: Learn to overcome post-holiday depression and maintain mental health.