SeniorCenterSocial isolationcan negativelyaffect mentalhealth. Gettinginvolved here canhelp people notfeel so alone.*Generalized*Panic*Phobia*SocialOld Tom Turkeyhasn't been formallydiagnosed, butthere's no doubt hesuffers from one ofthese anxietydisorders.MedicationsIf you plan toindulge in holiday"spirits,"remember mixingit with this can bedangerous.GriefThis is often feltduring theholidays,especially if aperson has hada recent loss.Send aChristmascard!In-person visits andphone calls arewonderful, but thisis another way youcan connect withfriends and familyduring the holidays.AltruismThe fancy wordfor giving toothers withoutexpectinganything inreturn.DeepbreathsBefore the familyarrives, taking afew ______ _____can help ananxious personrestore their calm.Talktherapy orsupportgroups.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer surecould've used somekind of help wheneveryone laughedand called himnames. Optionscould've included...HallmarkHolidaymovies canoften befound on thisTV channel.VolunteerHomeless shelters,food pantries,animal rescues andchurches are allexamples of placesyou can do this.*Slowedheart rate*blood-flowdirected tothe brainSome folks like todo the PolarPlunge around thistime of year.Benefits of coldwater immersioncan include...ModerationOne of the best thingsabout the holidays isall the delicious food!However, over-eatingcan take its toll both onour physical andmental health. Enjoythe foods you love butdo it in ....MeditationThe warm glowof Christmaslights on thetree is a perfectfocal point forpracticing...*Knitting*Sewing*Puzzles*Reading*BakingThe holidayscan be a perfecttime to explorenew hobbies orinterests. Thismight include...988If a personexperienceextreme emotionaldistress during theholidays, they cancall this numer.ExpectationsKeep holiday_______, bothof yourselfand others,realistic.*Journal*Scrapbook*RecordingEmbrace the season oflife you are in. Reflecton past times, but don'tshy away from makingnew memories. Youcan document pasttraditions by creating a...Self-careThe holidays area time for thinkingof others, butdon't forget tothink of yourselfand practice...MedicalProfessionalWhile there are manyalternatives tomedications foranxiety anddepression, neverhesitate to contactthis person whennecessary.Go fora walk!Stress anddepression can berelieved byphysicalmovement. One ofthe easiest waysto do this is to...*Tummytroubles*Headaches*Muscletension I'm sure stress andanxiety amongstSanta's elves' is onthe rise with all thetoys still left to bebuilt. These are somesymptoms they mightbe experiencing.A HollyJollyChristmasFor many, Christmasmusic brings aboutfeelings of happinessand joy! If you feel alittle blue, maybe thistune will do it for you!SeniorCenterSocial isolationcan negativelyaffect mentalhealth. Gettinginvolved here canhelp people notfeel so alone.*Generalized*Panic*Phobia*SocialOld Tom Turkeyhasn't been formallydiagnosed, butthere's no doubt hesuffers from one ofthese anxietydisorders.MedicationsIf you plan toindulge in holiday"spirits,"remember mixingit with this can bedangerous.GriefThis is often feltduring theholidays,especially if aperson has hada recent loss.Send aChristmascard!In-person visits andphone calls arewonderful, but thisis another way youcan connect withfriends and familyduring the holidays.AltruismThe fancy wordfor giving toothers withoutexpectinganything inreturn.DeepbreathsBefore the familyarrives, taking afew ______ _____can help ananxious personrestore their calm.Talktherapy orsupportgroups.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer surecould've used somekind of help wheneveryone laughedand called himnames. Optionscould've included...HallmarkHolidaymovies canoften befound on thisTV channel.VolunteerHomeless shelters,food pantries,animal rescues andchurches are allexamples of placesyou can do this.*Slowedheart rate*blood-flowdirected tothe brainSome folks like todo the PolarPlunge around thistime of year.Benefits of coldwater immersioncan include...ModerationOne of the best thingsabout the holidays isall the delicious food!However, over-eatingcan take its toll both onour physical andmental health. Enjoythe foods you love butdo it in ....MeditationThe warm glowof Christmaslights on thetree is a perfectfocal point forpracticing...*Knitting*Sewing*Puzzles*Reading*BakingThe holidayscan be a perfecttime to explorenew hobbies orinterests. Thismight include...988If a personexperienceextreme emotionaldistress during theholidays, they cancall this numer.ExpectationsKeep holiday_______, bothof yourselfand others,realistic.*Journal*Scrapbook*RecordingEmbrace the season oflife you are in. Reflecton past times, but don'tshy away from makingnew memories. Youcan document pasttraditions by creating a...Self-careThe holidays area time for thinkingof others, butdon't forget tothink of yourselfand practice...MedicalProfessionalWhile there are manyalternatives tomedications foranxiety anddepression, neverhesitate to contactthis person whennecessary.Go fora walk!Stress anddepression can berelieved byphysicalmovement. One ofthe easiest waysto do this is to...*Tummytroubles*Headaches*Muscletension I'm sure stress andanxiety amongstSanta's elves' is onthe rise with all thetoys still left to bebuilt. These are somesymptoms they mightbe experiencing.A HollyJollyChristmasFor many, Christmasmusic brings aboutfeelings of happinessand joy! If you feel alittle blue, maybe thistune will do it for you!

Finding Peace Through the Holidays - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. Social isolation can negatively affect mental health. Getting involved here can help people not feel so alone.
    Senior Center
  2. Old Tom Turkey hasn't been formally diagnosed, but there's no doubt he suffers from one of these anxiety disorders.
    *Generalized *Panic *Phobia *Social
  3. If you plan to indulge in holiday "spirits," remember mixing it with this can be dangerous.
    Medications
  4. This is often felt during the holidays, especially if a person has had a recent loss.
    Grief
  5. In-person visits and phone calls are wonderful, but this is another way you can connect with friends and family during the holidays.
    Send a Christmas card!
  6. The fancy word for giving to others without expecting anything in return.
    Altruism
  7. Before the family arrives, taking a few ______ _____ can help an anxious person restore their calm.
    Deep breaths
  8. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer sure could've used some kind of help when everyone laughed and called him names. Options could've included...
    Talk therapy or support groups.
  9. Holiday movies can often be found on this TV channel.
    Hallmark
  10. Homeless shelters, food pantries, animal rescues and churches are all examples of places you can do this.
    Volunteer
  11. Some folks like to do the Polar Plunge around this time of year. Benefits of cold water immersion can include...
    *Slowed heart rate *blood-flow directed to the brain
  12. One of the best things about the holidays is all the delicious food! However, over-eating can take its toll both on our physical and mental health. Enjoy the foods you love but do it in ....
    Moderation
  13. The warm glow of Christmas lights on the tree is a perfect focal point for practicing...
    Meditation
  14. The holidays can be a perfect time to explore new hobbies or interests. This might include...
    *Knitting *Sewing *Puzzles *Reading *Baking
  15. If a person experience extreme emotional distress during the holidays, they can call this numer.
    988
  16. Keep holiday _______, both of yourself and others, realistic.
    Expectations
  17. Embrace the season of life you are in. Reflect on past times, but don't shy away from making new memories. You can document past traditions by creating a ...
    *Journal *Scrapbook *Recording
  18. The holidays are a time for thinking of others, but don't forget to think of yourself and practice...
    Self-care
  19. While there are many alternatives to medications for anxiety and depression, never hesitate to contact this person when necessary.
    Medical Professional
  20. Stress and depression can be relieved by physical movement. One of the easiest ways to do this is to...
    Go for a walk!
  21. I'm sure stress and anxiety amongst Santa's elves' is on the rise with all the toys still left to be built. These are some symptoms they might be experiencing.
    *Tummy troubles *Headaches *Muscle tension
  22. For many, Christmas music brings about feelings of happiness and joy! If you feel a little blue, maybe this tune will do it for you!
    A Holly Jolly Christmas