10 Thing to Do if You’re Alone for Christmas
Most people think of Christmas as time to gather with family and friends, when in reality the holidays can be a time when many people find themselves at home alone.
While some people choose to be alone, others are by themselves not by choice but circumstance. Whether it’s due to financial constraints, the loss of a loved one, working away from home, or locked down for some other reason, it can be a time that requires a little distraction.
Whatever the case, the boredom can get to be all too much, even if you’re home for Christmas alone by choice.
So, if you find yourself alone by choice or design there are a few things you can do to make the holiday a little more enjoyable.
Here you go.
1. Treat yourself to a few little luxuries
Indulgence in luxurious treats is one sure-fire way to beat the blues that come with being alone at Christmas. It could be anything; a spa treatment, a foot or full body massage, a facial, manicure, or pedicure. This under $30 foot massager is an enjoyable way to spend a little alone time this Christmas.
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Anything that delivers pure bliss, promotes relaxation and is soothing and nourishing for the mind, body, and soul is a terrific idea. There are lots of self-care gift hampers as well as subscriptions designed for you to pamper yourself at home or at the salon and spa.
2. Give yourself a complete makeover
We are sure it has been a tough or perhaps a busy year trying to meet and exceed your professional, financial, family, or academic goals. You might have neglected your looks, health, and general well being trying to pursue life.
So the best way to bounce into the new year is to spend the time alone at Christmas to give yourself a complete makeover. You can run on the treadmill, wax or shave, do your nails, treat, trim and color your hair, experiment with new lip and eye make-up colors, detox your body, and rejuvenate your skin. You’ll not only feel revitalized for the new year, but you’ll also look amazing.
3. Take a trip to some new place
Most of us have a few places we’d love to visit. So, if you have the time and the resources? Why not take a trip to somewhere new? Maybe a quiet B & B, or a singles vacation to a faraway destination or a simple road trip to a ski hill or lakeside.
4. Snap into the spirit of giving
Don’t have the time to travel, but don’t want to be home alone for Christmas. The, how about giving to those who are less fortunate? There’s something truly rewarding about giving back.
If you can, spend some time shopping and delivering gifts to seniors. Or how about delivering food and blankets, or bake some goods and deliver them to those who work hard to care for other, such as the staff who work at animal shelters.
5. Volunteer your time or skills
If finances are keeping you alone, how about volunteering this Christmas holiday? Volunteering is a low budget activity that you can enjoy when alone for Christmas. You don’t need to be rich, just have a caring heart and a fun side.
Where can you volunteer? At an animal shelter, a hospice, a home for the elderly or help a neighbor whose having tough times.
You can lighten the task of the staff by assisting with simple tasks. Playing soothing music, singing together, some low energy fun interactive games, or making decorative crafts will also liven everyone’s spirits.
6. Host a party for other home-aloner’s
Make Christmas come to you by hosting an open party for a few people that surround you.
Cook a few of your favorite appetizers and be sure to bake a few sweet treats. Then invite friends or neighbors who is home alone for Christmas too. If you’re spending the holidays alone due to restrictions then arrange to have a virtual gathering
7. Get a jump on spring cleaning
If Christmas is not for you, it is an excellent time to get a jump on your spring cleaning. If you’re anything like me a good clean up helps me to clear my mind. You will be amazed at how much time it will take to go through and declutter, throwing away old products and clearing kitchen cabinets.
If your feeling charitable then spend a little time cleaning out your closets. This way you can donate clothes to a good cause while making room for the soon to be summer wardrobe.
8. Take time to journal
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Take the time to write the journaling you meant to do. Start by writing a list of things that you are grateful for. Treat yourself to a beautiful journal and pen that feels just right so that you can create a healthy habit for gratitude journaling.
9. Catch up on your favorite tv shows
Light a few candles, grab a glass of wine or a mug of hot chocolate and catch up on the tv shows that make you laugh and warm your heart. Rarely do we have the time to watch what we want, so take this time to kick back and relax.
10. Do whatever you like, what about a new hobby
Christmas comes once a year, and during the holidays there are no rules. So it’s the perfect time to do whatever you want without struggling to fit into a schedule or please anyone else.
Dive into your guilty pleasures, have chocolates and wine, squirt whipped cream straight from the can into your mouth, take some fine wine and cheese, dance like nobody’s watching, binge watch your favorite series all day in your pajamas, go on a shopping spree and buy gifts for yourself, anything goes.
Concluding 10 Things to Do Alone at Christmas
Whatever the reason is for being alone, take this time to do something that makes you feel good. Take one of these 10 things to do at when you’re home alone at Christmas or invite another to join you.