Yes. It is very common and perfectly normal to see crap at new year.
Things I have have learned which may help, and it is likely to be waffley, hope it makes sense and helps.
NY is actually made up in the calendar. There is nothing that says it has to be enjoyable or to force you into looking forward to stuff any more than any other random day.
It is a perfect time for self care. Sleep as much as you need, wear fluffy socks, go outside for a short while. Walk and be mindful of the very sligh lift of dark evenings.
Look carefully and you’ll see the odd sign of crocus and snowdrops peeping through soil.
Find something simple to be interested in and take up your time. A little game on your phone, cheap soup recipes, something to distract
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Recognise that thoughts are fleeting. Sadness, melancholy, all of those feelings will come. Recognise them, say to yourself “oh here you are loneliness”. You know what it’s, and it does pass. When it is with you, acknowledge it and respond in whatever way helps. Small little self care things. Hot buttery toast. Look at the golden colours, the melted butter. The simple taste.
What are your Vitamin D levels like? I foolishly didn’t realise the impact of lack of sunshine on my mood. I take a supplement now and that has also helped.
Dont add any pressure on yourself. Maybe avoid social media, or the news. There are thousands of people also struggling, you are not alone and there is not anything wrong in feeling crap. Maybe this thread will help. We can share our self care for January journey?