Making A Lonely Christmas Fun

When Christmas comes to mind, the first thought you have is spending time with your family and carrying out your annual traditions. But for some people the holidays can be a really lonely time of the year. Maybe they don't have a big family or maybe they don't celebrate the holiday. There are so many reasons why someone ends up being alone during the holidays.

First and foremost, there's absolutely nothing wrong with being alone for the holidays. For some it can be upsetting to not have plans. Instead of wallowing, make the most out of it! Here are some fun things you can do all by yourself this Christmas.

Volunteer. One of the best things you can do if you're alone on Christmas is to volunteer. You can spend the day feeding the homeless at a local food pantry or homeless shelter, or even spend some quality time with the elderly at your local senior center. Volunteering is a great way to connect with others, so if you're feeling lonely this is a great way to interact with people during the holidays.

Go On An Adventure. Sometimes the best thing to do when you're alone is just get up and go somewhere. Take a drive to somewhere you have never been before and make a day out of it. Or go to your local park to get some fresh air. If you're feeling really adventurous book a last minute vacation! A change in scenery is always a great idea.

Have A Real Self Care Day. Being all by yourself is one of the best times to have a self care day. Why not treat yourself, stay in your pajamas all day and do some online retail therapy? Or give yourself a real pamper day, you can't go wrong with a face mask, a hot bath, and a candle or essential oil for a nice ambience. Maybe you can spend the day with a good book and some of your favorite food.

Go To The Movies. Surprisingly, some movies are actually released on Christmas Day. And some of those movies actually go on to be nominated for Academy Awards. So why not go down to your local theater and see a good movie? Going to the movies by yourself always appears to be taboo but instead it is truly a liberating experience. On the plus side, you're in a dark room full of people watching something (hopefully) wonderful!

Be Productive. When you're by yourself with no distractions that is the perfect opportunity to get things done. If you have work to catch up on, why not get it all done? Or maybe you have a project you have wanted to start for a while. There's no time like the present. Make a cup of coffee or tea and get to it!

If you're spending Christmas alone, do something that will make you truly happy. There's no shame in spending time by yourself, especially during the holidays. If you don't want to be alone, reach out to someone you're close to. Maybe they'll extend an invitation to their event, or maybe they'll spend the day with you doing one of these fun activities. Until tomorrow.