The Essential Reminder Each Zodiac Needs On Christmas Day
You’re not the only one who is having trouble getting into the holiday spirit. This time of year is hard on a lot of people. It’s not always easy to get through Christmas and New Years, but you are going to get through this. You are going to be okay.
Christmas might look different this year, but different doesn’t always mean bad. Even though there are some people you are missing, you can make new traditions. You can enjoy yourself in new ways. Your loved ones would want that for you.
You don’t have to spend time with family members that make you uncomfortable. You can skip the holiday parties. Or leave early. Or simply ignore the people who make you uncomfortable and stay close to the ones who make you feel seen. Either way, assert your boundaries.
The thought is really what counts. Don’t feel bad if you couldn’t give as many gifts as you wanted this year because the people who love you simply want to spend time with you. They simply want to share the day together.
Christmas is only one day of the year. Even if it goes wrong, there are a million more days you can make special. Even though the holidays feel important, try not to put too much pressure on yourself to have the perfect day.
You’re allowed to relax. The holidays are a stressful time, but it’s not your responsibility to take care of everyone. Worry about taking care of yourself for a change. Worry about keeping your mind and body healthy.
It’s okay to be sad today. You don’t have to force happiness on yourself. Accept how you’re feeling and let the emotion pass. Cry if you need to cry. Vent if you need to vent. Whatever emotion you’re feeling is valid.
You should make sure your loved ones know how much they mean to you. Show your appreciation through your actions and your words. Don’t take your favorite people for granted because they deserve to hear how you feel.
You’re allowed to ask for help. Ask for help with dishes, with carrying presents, with whatever you need. You don’t have to do everything on your own. You don’t have to shoulder all that responsibility on your own.
You can’t control everything and everyone. Even though you might have tried to plan out the perfect presents or meals or decorations, things are going to go wrong. Try to go with the flow. Try to enjoy the moment the best you can.
You shouldn’t text the ex you’ve been missing. You shouldn’t wish them a happy holiday or ask to meet up since you’re both in your hometown. You can miss them from afar. Miss them without reconciliation.
You don’t have to say yes to everything. You don’t have to put a million things on your plate. Just because someone asks you to come over for Christmas or asks you to make certain food for them, that doesn’t mean you’re obligated to do it.