The real reason December feels heavier every year


By now, you can probably feel it.

Not just “busy”…
↳ But wired, foggy, and already running on empty.

That’s not a personal failing.
↳ It’s what happens when stress quietly stacks up before your body catches on.

If December always hits harder than you expect, start here:

→ Calm your nervous system (without forcing rest)
How to control stress, anxiety & depression naturally
👉 https://www.proactivepsychology.com.au/how-to-control-stress-anxiety-amp-depression/

→ Why resting isn’t fixing your exhaustion
Exhausted after doing nothing
👉 https://www.proactivepsychology.com.au/exhausted-after-doing-nothing/

→ When your brain feels foggy and unreliable
Tired, foggy and forgetful?
👉 https://www.proactivepsychology.com.au/tired-foggy-and-forgetful/

These explain why December drains you — and what actually helps.

Holiday hours note:
Our clinics will be closed for the holiday period from Monday, 22 December 2025, and will reopen on Monday, 12 January 2026.
If you need immediate support during this time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit your local emergency service.

When you're ready, here are 3 ways ProActive Psychology can help:

  1. We provide in-person and online therapy services, with applicable fees and rebates through Medicare Better Access and/or Private Health Insurance.
  2. We are a registered provider of NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) ‘Therapeutic Supports’ services for children aged 7+ and adults.
  3. Star4-Kids is a FREE psychological service offered for eligible children residing within the Southwestern Sydney Area who experience barriers to accessing traditional mental health services.

Nicole Robinson
Principal and Clinical Psychologist, ProActive Psychology
proactivepsychology.com.au

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