17/12/2025
As we go into the theoretically festive period, please remember that you are not broken if you don't enjoy Christmas.
You are not wrong, or being difficult, and you don't owe people Christmas cheer.
You don't owe anyone an explanation about why you're not feeling it.
You do owe yourself the chance to rest if you can, to give yourself permission to feel bad, feel good, feel nothing, without judging yourself for it.
When you're ready, you can find someone who will listen as you inhale, and stay with you while you yell.
Be gentle with yourself,
Danny
Websites and numbers if you need urgent help and are in danger from yourself or others:
999 or go to A&E
116123 - Samaritans
Text "SHOUT" to 85258 to contact the Shout Crisis Text Line or text "YM" if you are under 19
If you are under 19 you can also talk to Childline on 08001111
For mental health support which is -not- an imminent crisis:
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/planning-for-a-crisis/ - This is a great resource if you know you are likely to experience poor mental health in the next few weeks. Mind also have useful information for either self-help or getting external support in your area.
03003047000 - SANEline - sane.org.uk can provide support by phone, text or email, for adults and minors.
