Does anyone else feel disappointed or depressed this Christmas?

[smahala1991]

I feel both. I do feel disappointed because I thought Christmas was going to be fun, but was in for a letdown. I got 2 t shirts, 2 bath/cologne sets, And a pair of socks. The shirts are fine, but I had asked for a microwave and a new pair of slip resistant shoes, or at least some money. I'm also depressed because I feel like I have no friends to be happy with on Christmas. I wanna do all the fun shit like dress up, wear matching pajamas, go look at lights, do Christmas photos etc... I just wish my Christmas was more fun.

[jennifer_bloom]

I’m writing a book on advice I’d give people under 35 and one of my arguments is that most people pretend to be more popular than they are so it does not make sense to compare your current life with the life you believe you are supposed to have because around 1 in 8 people do not have even one friend and I’ve heard of people who go five decades without a single person who cares about them. You’re not missing out, your just protecting yourself from CoVid. Have faith and know that even in times of great emptiness, there are hidden blessings if you look hard enough.

[lightbulb27]

I I felt quite good.. my girlfriend and I… We got 5 out of 16 visitors… great conversations in French and bonding time w family. Kinda bummed covid kept the others away but all ok as we got more one on one times me I didn’t really have the energy for all of them so was really nice. Decorations were all nice and lots of good spirit people in neighborhood have a light show.


My solution to being lonely when single is so workout or ride the bike… volunteer… do something… pray for others…. Visit an old folks home and talk to them. Do something… anything. At least it’s something and endorphins help.


Increases your chances of finding what you want… whatever that is… in mean time do things that feel good. This holiday is the hardest on people who are down or family issues. So much expectations.

[Anpu23]

I had a great Christmas.
Im right now sitting in my daughter's room watching silly movies. We all drank pretty heavily
I received a number of very thoughtful gifts:
A bottle of whiskey
A bow tie, cumberbun and handkerchief
A lovely pair of gloves.
Etc.
But we're all adults so it's a little different.

[TwinkleLily5]

It sounds like the things you asked for are things you should buy for yourself, not expect someone to give you as a Christmas gift. Most people have spent most of their money on children (mainly those who still believe in Santa) Christmas is about giving NOT expecting others to give you what you want. I’m not being mean but You should just be Thankful for what you got, Cheer up Happy Holidays.

[TwinkleLily5]

A tip—my family and I pull names (secret Santa) In our group chat each person list 3 items they want their secret Santa to get and the item must cost at least $50.

[TwinkleLily5]

And the secret Santa picks one to get you

[Dinklex3]

Doesn't feel like Christmas to me as I'm still adjusting and didn't even have time to find a small Christmas tree, lol.
I think next year will be better.
My mom was sweet and sent me chocolates and hand warmers 🤗
My grandad and friends all called and checked up on me as well.

[boombastik]

Despite losing my grandma who i was very close to add a friend I've had since childhood i ended up having a really nice Christmas. Our expectations lead to much of our disappointments in life, expecting many gifts or having certain people or a certain way. Life is forever changing so we must learn to ride those waves of change and be grateful for what we have instead of what we don't have.

[Luopio27]

Sorry to hear that. Christmas is about family. Not all families are understanding or fun to be around with.


I dont have a cure for your depression. Nut if you need friends to spend Christmas with next year, you might find them from christian clubs, church activities.


To make friends, you need to be active.

[Jamie05rhs]

Aw. I feel you, man. People never listen, do they? Lol. I know it's frustrating when someone asks you what you want, and you tell them, and yet they get something completely different. 🙄

As far as the friends go, I guess you can just hang out with us on here for now. :)
But maybe also try to join a Meetup group in your area?

[Scotte1us]

This was the worst Christmas in my life we found out my wife has a lung cancer so i decorated a little Christmas tree just for her outside and neighbours look at it and pray for her every night , we have thousands of bills , no clue what to do , just one medicine Tegrasso cost $12,000. Dollars , our copay $ 2600.00 dollars.

[InYourHead]

I lost my mom when I was little. Sometimes I wish she was here to celebrate with us.

[Razp_Sorbet]

Yes. All I could think of was my friends family spending their first Christmas without him. They all put on his iconic watermelon shirts it was very bitter sweet.

[exitseven]

Poor Elvis is having another blue Christmas this year.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/B6WnnZRSKYs

[Likes2drive]

Christmas hasn’t been the same for me either for the past few years when I had my own family, now I just have my daughters over, I never know what to buy them anymore so I gave them money and a small gift

[Denier]

I had to excuse myself in the middle of a family dinner and lock myself in the bathroom so I could cry

[Leonharted]

I literally ASKED for socks. Fox River is like $15 per pair, and worth every penny.

[Lyndsielee666]

My cousin overdosed so it was pretty shitty. Be thankful you got stuff

[Staximus]

Go get your own money, microwave, slip resistant shoes, and your own happiness. You can't depend on others to be happy. You have to find your own happiness, make your own happiness.

[Dayman343]

I feel neither of those. I've hated the whole debacle for as long as I can remember. A whole lot of hype, over-spending and self-indulgence that makes me cringe.

[lovedejj_xo]

I did before Christmas started but I literally have depression ….. I started a new antidepressant and I’ve been fine. I realized I just don’t care for Christmas this year.

[GoodGuyBreakingBad]

Trust me my Christmas is not fun either I need a girlfriend to make my life complete

[Brandi555]

I’m sorry your sad. But I thought Christmas was about giving. It sounds like your sad because of all the things you didn’t get or don’t have. Try to be happy for the things you do have. 🙂

[Ryfyle]

Nah, I just dont have anything left in me to give this Christmas. Whole year as been nothing but disappointment and misery and the next year will be worse.

[RobieMon]

Spent Christmas with my dog in my room just eating ice cream

[Jamie05rhs]

Aww 😧

[TsAubreyKate]

Yep first Sober Christmas I didn’t get blackout drunk or so high that I got in the wrong persons car and popped the hood trying to figure out why it’s not starting