INSIDE DHS SELF-CARE, DECEMBER 2014 - PEACE

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The holiday season is a deep well of memories and traditions attached to family, childhood and our own histories. That's why it can be so tricky. In every ornament and cookie there's the possibility of summoning the memory of a person we miss, or a place we can't return to. 

The ghosts of holidays past are real. That's why self-care is so crucial at this time. Be gentle with yourself. Spend your holiday in a way that's good for you. 

It's certainly okay to feel your emotions, and find peace in new ways of being. You can reach out to your friends who may be missing something or someone too. Start a new tradition that celebrates how things are now. 

Remember that the Employee Assistance Program is here for you to provide six cost-free, confidential visits a year, if you'd like to share any issues with a professional. 

Have a peaceful holiday and take time to take care. 

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