As the holidays approach, “cuffing season” commences and the next thing you know everyone around you is taken. It makes total sense why people tend to become more emotionally open during the holidays, but I feel it’s necessary to say that it is okay to be single.
First off, let’s start by saying you are never alone and are for sure not “forever alone.” People need to remember that the holidays aren’t just to celebrate with your significant other, but are in fact to celebrate everyone around you including family and friends. The meaning behind holidays are even bigger than worrying about whether or not you’re single. Sure it’s nice to have someone to share it with, but there is absolutely nothing like celebrating yourself.
Think about it from an outside perspective, financially speaking you’re doing your bank account a favor by saving the money you’d spend and using it for yourself #TreatYourself. We should not only spread love, but really love ourselves: be your own Santa Clause, be yours(ELF).
You don’t have to impress your significant other’s parents. If you’re someone that tends to get a little shy or hesitant when around in-laws this will be a big relief for you. View it as a weight off your shoulders from the pressure of dressing to impress the parents and showing face. There’s also the fact that you won’t have to divide your already limited time to please anyone and you get to choose where you wanna go and what parties to attend.
Speaking of parties, holiday parties can be a good time to let loose and really get into the spirit of celebrating. You won’t have to worry about where to go or who to spend it with. Be happy and have some fun. Ho ho ho!!!
And if you find yourself standing under the mistletoe with no one to kiss just step back and remember, it is just a leaf hanging from the roof.
Don’t forget about the squad!!!!! The holidays are a good time to bond with your group. From Secret Santa to White Elephant party ideas there are infinite ways to enjoy giving and receiving with your friends.
Another common thought that tends to cross our minds when we dread facing the holidays by ourselves is our New Year’s kiss. To be truthful, I personally believe that New Years should be about our own growth and goals we set up for ourselves in hopes of accomplishing, not about who you kiss. The “New Year, new me” mindset is what we should really be focusing on. Instead of kissing someone on New Year’s, kiss the new year goodbye!