The colder, darker days can take a toll on your mood.
And if youve lost a loved one, the holiday season might feel extra painful.
Decorating for the holidays might even improve your social life.
Verywell / Catherine Song
The sooner you decorate, the sooner you might start enjoying those benefits.
And for most people, the holidays hold happy memories.
The holidays stir up nostalgic feelings like no other time of the year.
When you look at an ornament from childhood, you might recall the magic you felt as a kid.
Those nostalgic feelings can be a bit bittersweet.
Even though its an older study, its likely that this still rings true.
In fact, in the digital age, holiday decorations may signal sociability more than ever before.
Changing behavior first can lead to a shift in emotional state.
You may benefit fromtalking to a mental health professional.
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