"The holiday season is in full swing, with its parties, get-togethers, and festive feasts. Although it can seem like a season full of endless socializing, the reality is that more people spend the holidays alone. Reasons for this trend vary and can range from the practical (avoiding expensive flight tickets) to the more personal (family conflicts or estrangements). Some people relish the quiet time alone and have created holiday rituals for themselves-crafting,"
"The holidays are indeed about connection, but connection doesn't have to mean sitting at the same table eating too much pie. Anyone who has ever felt lonely despite being in the company of others knows what I mean. Connection can also mean connecting with oneself, maybe through journaling and reflecting upon the last year, or doing something joyful just for oneself. (Christmas horror movie, maybe?)"
Many people spend the holidays alone for practical reasons such as avoiding expensive flights and for personal reasons such as family conflicts or estrangements. Some people create comforting solo rituals, like crafting, volunteering at nursing homes or shelters, or cooking elaborate meals for themselves. Loneliness can be avoided by choosing meaningful solo activities instead of attending awkward gatherings. Connection can mean self-reflection, journaling, or doing something joyful alone, as well as relaxed outreach like writing gratitude letters or calling old friends. Social media often presents stylized images that obscure what truly matters: quality time, whether alone or with others.
Read at Psychology Today
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