Is it really that depressing to celebrate Christmas alone? If you are in this situation, don’t worry, here are all the advantages, according to a journalist at Vogue. We tell you everything.
Christmas is fast approaching and many families will get together for the end of year celebrations. But some people also find themselves alone to celebrate Christmas. Which may at first glance seem quite depressing. However, according to Olivia Petter, a journalist at Vogueit exists many advantages of being alone for Christmas. To begin with, the month of December is a month conducive to joy. A feeling particularly felt thanks to the numerous illuminations in the streets, but also the numerous evenings organized in the run-up to the holidays.
“It’s objectively much more fun to flit between various social occasions, often dressed in velvet or sequins, knowing that you may or may not kiss someone… than to stay at home look for ways to avoid your in-laws”, writes the journalist. According to his own experience, the end-of-year holidays are the ideal time to experience celibacy, despite single shaming which increases around the holidays. A period highly romantic which allows you to escape, notably thanks to the numerous Christmas films.
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Celebrating Christmas alone: practical advantages
Celebrating Christmas alone also offers significant practical advantages. To start with savings. “Fewer gifts to buy, fewer projects that revolve around people you don’t really know or like, but with whom you have to get along for the sake of your partner”, notes the journalist. Another advantage? No arguing between couples to decide which family to spend Christmas with.
But above all, “you can binge on TV series or movies without shame or judgement”. A good time to take some time for yourself. “So, if you are single at Christmas (…) spend the money on yourself that you would have spent on a partner’s gift. Surround yourself with friends and family who love and adore you. Flirt with strangers whenever the opportunity presents itself. recommends the journalist before concluding with a message of hope: “And above all, keep your spirits up: you never know what awaits us at the next Christmas party.” Wise words!
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