There is a big danger hidden in the happiness of the New Year! There is a danger of anxiety due to this trend, know what is the whole matter
With the arrival of the new year, a new trend is gaining momentum on social media and that is "2025 appreciation cake". In this, people buy or make cakes for themselves, write small and big achievements of the last year on paper and decorate them on the cake. This idea sounds good, because celebrating small joys is positive. But this trend is also increasing anxiety and pressure among many people.
Why is it important to celebrate small victories?
Recognizing small successes is beneficial for mental health. Studies show that practicing gratitude increases life satisfaction and reduces stress. According to psychiatrists, celebrating everyday achievements gives strength to deal with challenges. This trend leads people towards introspection and reminds them of the good memories of the past year.
Why is the concern increasing?
This trend is creating pressure unknowingly. When success is limited to visible accomplishments—like a job, a promotion, or a trip—many people feel belittled. Those who struggled mentally throughout the year, overcame burnout, left toxic relationships, or simply fought to survive, their progress was not acknowledged by anyone. "milestone" not get.
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Seeing the shining achievements of others on social media leads to comparisons, which increases guilt and despair. The time of New Year already brings the pressure of self-evaluation. People wonder whether the year was profitable or not. Social media creates the illusion that everyone’s life is going perfect, while the real struggles remain hidden. Especially people of 20-40 years of age are troubled by the fear of passing of time.
New Year’s anxiety signs
- A sudden restlessness at night to calculate one’s life.
- Feeling sad or crying in the middle of a celebration
- comparing your life to others
- Guilt about unfulfilled goals
- myself since January 1st "better" pressure to create
Easy ways to deal with it
First of all be kind to yourself. Introspect, but don’t beat yourself up. Change the definition of success – it includes emotional strength, giving up bad habits or moving forward even on difficult days.
Limit your use of social media, especially in the last and first week of the year. Don’t set a strict deadline for new resolutions; change can be started at any time.
Instead of hard goals "intentions" Make things like reading more books or taking a walk every day. Include exercises like meditation, deep breathing or yoga. Spend time with friends and family and enjoy small happiness. Remember, the new year is not a test. You are enough just the way you are.
The biggest victories are often not visible, like not giving up, taking care of yourself, or quietly healing. Consider these also worth celebrating, even if just by watching your favorite movie or relaxing.
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