Christmas is a time when we like to spend time with family and show them that we care. As the countdown to Christmas gets underway, this can lead to some people feeling pressured to make the day perfect, and for others it is a time of the year that upsets them as they may be missing loved ones or feeling lonely.
Despite what the media and the adverts would have us believe, there is no right way to do Christmas, and it is a time when it is important to take care of yourself and not feel pressured to behave in a certain way or do certain things. Something that many people at this time of the year often feel pressured to do is to buy gifts beyond what they can really afford, then leading to them having a lot of debt and more stress in the new year and beyond.
There are lots of things that you can do at Christmas to show people that you care without breaking the bank, and also lots of ways to spend Christmas day if you are not able or wanting to spend it with anyone else. Here are some ideas that might help you to navigate this Christmas and actually even enjoy it!
Embracing the Time Alone – If you are going to be on your own this Christmas, use it as the opportunity to do all the things that you want to do. Go for a long wintery walk, watch what you want on the telly, read a good book or have your favourite meal for lunch – by embracing it rather than resisting it you could have the perfect Christmas!
Creating Special Homemade Gifts – You don’t have to get caught up in spending a fortune on Christmas presents and making them yourself can not only save you money but will also likely be more treasured gifts. From making a warm cosy blanket using crochet blanket kits like this www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/blanket-and-cushions-crochet-kits to creating a piece of art for someone.
Caring for Others – At Christmas, there are many vulnerable members of society who need help just as they do on any other day of the year. If you want to give some help and support to others this Christmas, why not volunteer to care for others. There are plenty of ways that you could help out, from serving food in a homeless shelter to helping out at a rescue animal charity.