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\"\"Christmas is the season of giving, but it doesn’t have to be the season of spending. If you\u2019re ready to jump into the spirit of Christmas<\/a> but don\u2019t want to break your bank, try these fun ideas from Lauren Goldberg, founder and principal planner of New York-based Electric Celebrations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Get fancy\u2026<\/h4>\n

Dressing up instantly changes your mood and makes a regular trip out feel like a special occasion. Whether it\u2019s your family shindig or brunch with friends<\/a>, put on that dress that always sits at the back of your closet and give yourself a holiday-inspired manicure. If you\u2019re staying in, break out the nice China and specialty glassware, even if no one’s coming over.<\/p>\n

… or dress way down.<\/h4>\n
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Dress down for a stress-free holiday. | Image courtesy Unsplash user Thought Catalog<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Play hooky and stay in your PJs all day long (bonus points if they’re sporting a seasonal design). Giving some much-needed time to yourself will feel like the ultimate holiday treat.\u00a0Dim the lights and light candles and Christmas lights to set the mood. Cue up seasonal\u00a0movies, Christmas episodes of your favorite shows, themed music, and settle in.<\/p>\n

Spend time with loved ones<\/h4>\n

Gather family\u00a0and close friends together for a cookie swap or potluck, and tell each guest to bring the dish for which they\u2019re best known. Pull out old family photo albums or home movies and relive some of your most fun times together.<\/p>\n

\u201cRelive some of your most fun times together.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Family psychologist Julia Simens agrees one of the quickest ways to get into the glow of Christmas is by looking at old holiday photos together. She suggests, if you\u2019re having friends or family over, invite each person to bring their favorite holiday photos to share. If your family is far-flung, work together online to create a digital family holiday album<\/a>.<\/p>\n

DIY seasonal decor<\/h4>\n
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Let your creative juices flow and make your own holiday decorations. | Image courtesy EcoWoodRom<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You can use any craft materials you have on hand to make something festive<\/a>.\u00a0Try creating DIY advent calendars that feature wonderful memories from past Christmases or fun events from the past year.\u00a0Cut snowflakes out of paper or make paper or popcorn garlands to hang on your tree\u2014or even a houseplant that\u2019s in need of a holiday makeover.<\/p>\n

Enjoy the cold<\/h4>\n

Bundle up and take a walk\u2014through your neighborhood or wherever in town Christmas lights are at their sparkly best. Smelling the cold, crisp air and seeing lit trees glowing in neighborhood windows will put you in the Christmas spirit in no time.<\/p>\n

Stop and smell the pine<\/h4>\n

Stop by your local Christmas tree lot to soak up the wonderful aroma of pine. Some locations even offer free hot apple cider or cocoa! If you can’t make it to a tree farm, try swapping out your usual hand soap or candles for a scent of the season<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Spice it up<\/h4>\n

Holiday herbs and spices are an easy and effective way to keep Christmas vibes alive using what’s already in your pantry or fridge. Add warm ground spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, or cloves to\u00a0your morning coffee or oatmeal\u00a0for a holiday twist. For dinner, try seasoning your meats or vegetables with classic holiday herbs like sage or rosemary. The aromas and flavors of the holidays will send you right back to fond childhood Christmases.<\/p>\n

Break The Rules<\/h4>\n
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Relax the rules a bit and let the kids enjoy every moment of the season. | Image courtesy Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Growing up, my mother was very strict about bedtime. Holiday season was the only time she would bend the rules, and it felt like such a special treat that it became a hallmark of the holidays for me. Whether it’s letting your children stay up an hour later, letting yourself binge on one more episode than usual, or swapping out your morning smoothie for indulgent pancakes,\u00a0break your own rules and feel that unabashed holiday cheer.<\/p>\n

Practice service and kindness<\/h4>\n

Volunteer your time at a soup kitchen or non-profit organization to both bask in\u2014and share with others\u2014the true meaning of the holidays<\/a>. If you’re not able to volunteer, try something as simple as calling your loved ones just to talk or giving your holiday greetings to neighbors in person. In today’s world, where we spend more time with our phones than our friends, a hug from a neighbor can feel quite special and fill your holiday with joy.<\/p>\n

Marriage and family therapist Heidi McBain<\/a> agrees that acts of kindness are the best way to get into the holiday spirit: \u201cAnything big or small can brighten someone\u2019s day, and most importantly, show you expect nothing in return. My most recent act of kindness was to write book reviews to support the authors I love and to review local doctors and businesses I love. I showed my appreciation for all they do to make our community so amazing, and, best of all, my acts of kindness were free.\u201d<\/p>\n

No matter how early or late in the season you get started, Lauren\u2019s tips are sure to get you into the true spirit of Christmas\u2014without spending a cent. Best of all, you\u2019re sure to lift the spirits of friends, family, and neighbors as you go.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re seeking gift swap ideas, check out Elfster\u2019s useful gift guides<\/a>\u00a0or simply\u00a0start a gift exchange today<\/a>. For year-round gifting inspiration, follow us on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>, Instagram\u00a0@Elfster<\/a>\u00a0or Twitter\u00a0@Elfster<\/a>.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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