How to Savor the Holiday Spirit this Year

In a year riddled with such discord, the holiday season just doesn’t seem to have the same cheerfulness that it used to. The Christmas season is usually full of joyful gatherings and traditions, but this time around, everything has changed. How can we create merry moments this December in the midst of the chaos around us? We’ve gathered some ideas below designed to bring you some holiday cheer and to help you end 2020 on a high note.

R&R

To say that 2020 has been an exhausting year would be a tremendous understatement. The blood, sweat, and tears that we’ve put into this year have not gone unnoticed. Although the holiday season is often thought of as a time for celebration and fun, it's also a time for rest. Remember to relax and enjoy the season amid the natural stress of the holidays.

Winter Cocktails

There aren’t near as many things to do this winter as there used to be. Gone are the days of New Years Eve parties and Christmas caroling, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate this season in unconventional ways. Courtesy of social media outlets like Pinterest, there are countless recipes for creative cocktails, specifically concocted with dreamy winter flavors. From cranberry mimosas to hot toddy delights, these drinks are destined to bring you some cheer during the holiday season.

Fireside Occasions

Nothing says the holidays like curling up by the fireplace. Whether it’s cuddling with a loved one or watching a Christmas movie, there are plenty of experiences that feel simply incomplete without the warm glow of the fireplace. In between the holiday shopping and the New Years Eve preparations, be sure to carve out time for some hot apple cider by the fire.

New Year Aspirations

As unfortunate as this past year has been, 2020 has, at the very least, given us a new year to look forward to. 2021 is a chance for a new beginning—a chance to rebuild what has been broken. As we make our way into the new year, let’s remain hopeful. Try and find time to outline some aspirations, ambitions, or goals you have for the year ahead. And remember—positivity is key. After all, the only way left to go is up.