Today, I’m sharing parenting tips on getting over Christmas Blues after the holidays. Those post Christmas blues can be a nasty. It seems that there is nothing major to look forward to now. Sadly, the world can be pretty bleak at Christmas. The Coronavirus is still taking its toll, even though vaccines have started to roll out across the world.
But, there are ways you can keep you and your family happy. Winter can be a wonderful season. It’s the perfect time to work on goals, get caught up on reading, pull out those crafts you’ve been wanting to work on and more. Nothing sounds exciting, check out these suggestions.
Getting Over Christmas Blues Tips:
Try A New Health Kick
Getting into a new health regime or trying out a new diet can be a chore. But, if you make it fun everyone can enjoy it. Think about taking bike rides with the family. Indulge in less fast food , and use new recipes that can be cooked at home.
It’s a great way to get everyone in the family healthy. If a child’s diet has been poor over an extended period of time, they may end up having to see pediatricians. So, make it a family affair. There are loads of workout videos on YouTube. If your family room is large enough, gather once a day to do a workout as a family. It could be difficult getting the family motivated initially, but once your family gets over the hump they’ll thank you.
Focus On A Side Hustle
Next, get a side hustle. A little extra money can go a long way. But, where do you start? There’s so many things you can do to earn a little side cash. You can sell products on Amazon, or think about offering your intellect as a tutor for children. If you like crafts, think about monetizing them and sell them on sites like Etsy. Speak two languages? Maybe you can offer translation or transcription services. You might be sat there, thinking that you have nothing to offer, but odds on your do! You just have to take the time and really think about it. The money you make can be used to make this bleak part of the year a little better and happier for your family and yourself.
Consider A New Purchase
People don’t usually go out and splurge in January because most people don’t have much cash after Christmas. But, the recently launched and hugely successful PS5 would be a great choice for the family. Especially. if you weren’t lucky enough to get one for Christmas. The kids will be happy and it will make this year a bit more bearable. They’re hard to find, so a Nintendo Switch or Xbox series might be just as great. Your new purchase doesn’t have to be a games console either. Think about new bikes for the family. They can be ties into your New Year health kick.
Try To Do More Together
Last, Christmas is all about family. So, try to extend those vibes into the winter months. You can have family movie night once or twice a week. Or, play board games as a family. A brisk walk around the neighbor to explore new places and see new sights can make new adventures exciting.
Finally, the goal is simply to keep the happiness level up in your home. Get creative, and make sure it’s activities everyone can participate in.
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