The podcast discusses the challenges of feeling lonely during the holiday season and offers tips for embracing oneself. It covers topics like mastering being alone, creating a positive holiday routine, rewiring the mind, and coping with loneliness through self-care activities.
Creating a routine during the holiday season provides stability and helps make the experience of being alone more manageable.
Embracing the holiday spirit by decorating, engaging in festive activities, and consuming uplifting content can shift focus from feeling isolated and create a positive atmosphere.
Deep dives
Creating a Routine and Plan
To survive the holiday season alone, it is important to create a routine and plan for yourself. This involves preparing prior to the holidays and establishing a solid routine that brings you peace and happiness. For example, starting your day with meditation, making a favorite holiday-themed coffee, and listening to uplifting podcasts. Throughout the day, engaging in activities such as going for a walk in nature, journaling, and booking fun activities like workout classes or trying new recipes can help occupy your time and keep your mind in a positive and productive state. Nighttime routines can include making a cup of tea, taking a relaxing bath, and engaging in activities like creating a vision board or reading self-help books. Overall, having a routine during the holiday season can provide a sense of stability and make the experience of being alone more manageable.
Embracing the Holiday Spirit
Embracing the holiday spirit and acting as if you are already surrounded by loved ones is another key to surviving the holidays alone. Decorating your home with festive lights and ornaments, baking holiday cookies, and engaging in activities like making a gingerbread house can help create a festive atmosphere. It is also important to consume uplifting and positive content, such as listening to joyful holiday music and tuning in to podcasts that inspire and entertain. Additionally, finding ways to give back, such as volunteering at local food banks or toy drives, can shift the focus from feeling isolated to making a positive impact on others.
Positive Mindset and Self-Care
Maintaining a positive mindset and prioritizing self-care is crucial when celebrating the holidays alone. It is important to avoid comparing oneself to others on social media and take breaks from using devices if it affects mental health. Instead, focus on gratitude and envisioning a better future. Engaging in activities like going on walks, journaling, and creating vision boards can help shift perspective and create a sense of empowerment. Building a routine that includes work, self-care, and potentially dating can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment during the holiday season. Ultimately, embracing alone time during the holidays allows for self-discovery and personal growth, setting the stage for a positive and empowering future.
Being alone during the holiday season or any celebration day in general can feel like sh*t, let's just be honest. HOWEVER, it can also be empowering and fun if you make it that way - which is why I created this episode. TIS THE SEASON to embrace yourself and love yourself even more. I love you lots. Here is the link to my masterclass, use code selflove for a discount. xx Lyss