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THE NEW TANNERTHURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2007 11THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 200710 Seasons Greetings from us all! 372 Queen St. E. Acton, 519-853-1300 HOLIDAY HOURS: Monday, Dec. 24 from 9am to 2pm CLOSED Dec. 25 and 26. - Thursday, Dec. 27 from 8am to 5pm. Friday, Dec. 28 from 9am to 5pm. from us all! Dr. Peter Lemiski Audrey Debbie Janine Jennifer Donna Merry Christmas to all my customers Look forward to serving you in 2008 ~ 56 MIll St. E. Unit C Acton ~ www.papillon.thetank.biz Tel: 519.853.8041 ???????????????????? 298 Queen St. 853-3150 ???????????? Merry Christmas To all our friends and patrons we say Thanks! To our Customers & Friends we extend our sincerest best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season & a prosperous New Year Dennys Insurance Service since 1958 Tel: (519) 853-0150 Toll Free: 1-800-294-6886 Fax: (519) 853-0176 15 MILL STREET WEST, ACTON ONTARIO L7J 1G3 ??????????????????? ?????? ???? ???????? ????????? ?????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????? Archie Braga Financial Advisor . 315 Queen St. E. Unit #2 Acton, ON L7J 1R1 519-853-4694 Dealing with depression during Christmas season The holidays are supposed to be a time of year when friends and family gather to enjoy each others company. However, for some, the Christ- mas and New Years holidays can be a time of anxiety, un- certainty and depression. The reasons for such feelings can vary greatly depending on the individual. For some, the holidays act as a reminder of a lost loved one, while oth- ers simply struggle with the increased stress that comes with the season. Mental health associations across the country offer the following tips for cop- ing with stress and depression during the holiday season. Focus on the big picture. Keep in mind that the holiday season is just that, a season. Dont place all your focus on one day, such as Thanksgiving or Christmas. Lessen stress by spreading out activities and not placing too great an emphasis on a specific holiday. Dont use alcohol as a crutch. Far too many people turn to alcohol during the holi- day season to calm nerves, or as the centerpiece of fes- tivities. Its no coincidence that alcohol-related traffic accidents are at their highest during the holiday season. For those who are finding the holi- day season especially difficult, alcohol should be avoided. It is a depressant and will only make matters worse. Dont repress certain feel- ings. Like any other season, the holiday season has room for sadness. Its perfectly normal to feel sadness over a lost loved one during the holiday season. But sharing those feelings with others who miss the person as well can be a healthy form of coping. Even if you dont share those feelings, dont dwell on the persons absence, dwell on the good times you had with the person. Make time for yourself. The stress of the holiday sea- son is thanks in large part to the busier schedule that comes with entertaining and shopping. But make sure that schedule includes some time for you to recharge your bat- teries. Stay in and watch a movie, go for a walk, or just schedule an activity you can enjoy thats free of stress. Surround yourself with loved one or caring people. Perhaps the best advice is ro nor suffer alone or in silence. The holidays should not be a time of loneliness, so make an effort to spend more time with loved ones if youre feeling lonely or sad. Spending tim with friends and family can help