How To Handle Being Single For The Holidays

Here are some tips from Diana Kirchner, PhD., author of Love in 90 Days:

• Use the therapist's secret. If you're facing a nosy relative who wants a play-by-play of your breakup, turn the tables by asking them about their life: job, house, kids. That may get them to stop asking so many questions.

• Take charge of your mood. You can decide to have a happy holiday, no matter what. There are plenty of ways to find joy in the holidays whether you're single or not! Don’t let a relationship be the only source of happiness in your life.

• Don't worry. You might be worried what people are saying about your breakup. But during the holidays, all you should worry about is enjoying time with family and friends. Don’t listen or care what others say.

• Create your own personal tradition. Decide on a new holiday tradition that would make you happy! Invite friends to join you! For a list of unique traditions my family has click here

• Create gratitude gifts. Write down 10 things you appreciate about everyone who's important in your life. Give the list to them as holiday gifts. Stuff it in a card right?

• Practice unselfish acts each day during the holiday season. When you give and expect nothing in return, you'll be amazed by how great it makes you feel.