How to Stay Positive During the Holiday Season
Positivity is a frame of mind that sometimes takes a little bit more work than other times. During the holiday season, there is plenty to be happy about but there is also plenty of things to feel down and out about as well. Many people feel torn during the holiday season because it’s hard to find a balance with all the emotions going on. The good news? There are things that you can do to try to find a way to stay positive during the holiday season! Here are some simple tips on how to make it happen!
How to Stay Positive During the Holiday Season
- Stay in contact with your family and friends.
Even if your family and friends don’t live close to you, you can still reach out to them and talk to them during the holiday season. Hearing their voices or Facetiming to say “hello” is always a good idea and a surefire way to bring a smile to your face!
- Do something for yourself each and every day.
Who says that you can’t be on your own shopping list? Take the time to celebrate you this holiday season as well and do something nice for yourself each and every day. It doesn’t have to be anything huge…it can be something as simple as taking a walk every day or setting up a massage for yourself here and there. Whatever you want to do, do it!
- Wake up each morning and think about one thing that you are going to accomplish that day.
Being busy and doing things that you love is a great way to stay positive during the holiday season. Every morning when you wake up, wake up with a smile and a positive thought and see how it turns your day around. You may be surprised at the power of a positive mind!
- Get plenty of rest.
While that may not sound like a big deal…it is! Resting your mind and your body is important to keep yourself happy. Everyone feels a little cranky when they are sleep deprived so make certain that you are getting enough shut-eye at night to stay happy and positive!
- Give to others and expect nothing in return.
There is a great feeling that you’ll get when you give gifts to others and not expect anything in return. Find a local charity in town or someone in need and gift them with something that they’ll love. It can be clothing, food…anything that you want to give, just do so!
This holiday season, it’s possible to stay positive and happy. Be thankful for the holiday season and have fun planning on ways that you can stay upbeat and happy. Try a few of the simple suggestions above and see if it helps to alter your mood.
If you want to have a positive and happy holiday season, give yourself a solid foundation to make it happen! Who knows, you may just have your happiest and most cheerful holiday season yet!
Excellent ideas! I struggle during the winter; I think much of it is due to the decreased amount of light. It’s especially challenging when I wake up in the morning. I’m going to make note of these suggestions. Thank you!
everyone needs a little help once in a while! Thanks for all the support <3
Great suggestions thank you I will keep this in mind.
Winter time and hollidays can be indeed challenging! Thanks for the great tips!
I’m staying positive this holiday season by staying away from the inlaws LOL
Giving to others does so much good for our own souls! I love these ideas. The holidays are tough on a lot of us.
Every day when I wake up, but before I get out of bed, I say to myself… another beautiful day to be alive! I like to start the day off in a positive state of mind.
Positivity attracts positivity. Surround yourself with people who are positive!
I try so hard to stay positive but there are times when it is so difficult. I lost my mom close to Christmas and my 2 sisters.