Amidst the joy and excitement of the holiday season, it’s easy to overlook the challenges that so many people encounter this time of year, especially when it comes to dealing with loss of loved ones, Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD), and other significant issues. It can be even harder to cope with these issues when it seems like you are alone in your experience, when you think you have a responsibility to keep up a brave face for those around you; when you feel like you can’t bear the pain or manage the emotions that come with thinking about that which you are missing.