Top 10 Ways to Fully Enjoy & Experience the Holiday Season
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As the internet begins to make jokes about Mariah Carey starting to defrost and holiday songs play overhead, it’s the perfect time to prepare for the season ahead. With a bit of intention and forethought, you can make the most of your holiday season. Here are ten tips to do just that!
1. Plan Ahead
Do your future self a favor and lock in your major plans ahead of time, outlining any prep work you need to do and creating lists, so you don't feel frantic as the dates approach.
2. Have Fun Decorating
Few things get people into the holiday spirit like seasonal decorating around the house. Get inspiration from Pinterest and other blogs, starting with our post on Simple and Elegant Holiday Tablescape Options!
3. Make Room for New Traditions
It can be liberating to remember that you're not bound by all the old holiday traditions you don't care for, and it can be a lot of fun and meaningful to create new ones with family or loved ones, such as new recipes or activities.
4. Choose Thoughtfulness Over Price
Not only can it benefit your wallet to not try to impress with the most expensive gifts, but the most memorable gifts are the ones that tell the person that you've paid attention to their interests and that they’ve been on your mind.
5. Be Intentional About Sharing
Sometimes it takes extra effort to arrange games to play together or create a space to share stories. If that's important to you, be sure to take the initiative and make time for it. Let your enthusiasm be contagious and allow others to add to the holiday bucket list!
6. Indulge in Moderation
When it comes to eating during the holidays, find a balance that makes you feel good. It's a time to enjoy, so indulge guilt-free, but pay attention to when your body tells you it's time to stop or introduce more nutritious foods.
7. Pick Your Battles
When certain relatives tend to stir up tension every year, don’t let it surprise you anymore. Brace yourself, set boundaries where you feel it’s important, get comfortable saying no, and try to let the rest go.
8. Tap Into Your Generosity
The holidays are a time when sharing and abundance are missed even more by those with less. Consider local volunteer opportunities or invite people you know who don't have family to celebrate with.
9. Get in Touch with Nature
Embrace the season by appreciating how the natural world changes and what winter has to offer. Whether it's playing in the snow, enjoying outdoor sports, or picking a sprig of holly berries or pine to make a wreath.
10. Take Time for Yourself
While one of the highlights of the holidays is the opportunity to spend more time with loved ones, it can be intense and exhausting. It's healthy and good to allow yourself some relaxing time alone to recharge your batteries in the midst of it all.
Happy Holidays!
xx, Danae