It’s that time of year again. Retail stores are hanging up holiday decorations, the radio is blasting Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” and you’re already dreading the long lines at the mall when you hit your shopping list. In addition to all that, you’re making plans to see the family for a string of holiday events. We already know you’re sure to encounter one of the following questions (or both!).
“Why don’t you have a boyfriend yet?” or “When are you getting married?”
Try not to come back with a snarky comment. You can simply tell them that you’re not ready, it’ll happen when it happens, you’re holding out for a great soulmate, you’re not in a hurry, or you’d prefer your girlfriends. Sure, the holidays are a great time to see family and catch up, but that also includes facing uncomfortable questions from nosy family members. Never fear, we’ve compiled a few tips to help you get through the Holiday Season.
DO put the money you save from not buying gifts for a guy and his family into your savings account. Or you can splurge on that mani/pedi you’ve been sacrificing for holiday shopping. We won’t tell.
DON’T convince your best guy friend (or a random stranger or a crash test dummy) to join your family dinner just to avoid the pressuring questions. Bringing a fake fiancé to the gathering is not going to make you feel any better in the long run. Plus, isn’t honesty always the best policy?
DO make your favorite family holiday recipes! Grandma’s Perfect Apple Pie. Cousin Jamie’s Secret Weapon Gingerbread Cookies. Nothing makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside like the nostalgic feeling of family and it’s a sure fire way to zap any feelings of loneliness. The best part? You don’t have to share.
DON’T jump into a relationship with the next human with a pulse. Never settle just to get through a difficult time. It will also be very awkward (and unfair) to bring fresh meat to a family gathering. We suggest avoiding any expensive, lavish gifts with a new significant other. Buying your boyfriend of two weeks a brand new 60’’ LCD Flat Screen TV isn’t going to sit well with you when he buys you reindeer slippers.
DO throw a party with your fellow single friends and have a fun gift exchange. Sometimes seeing other couples acting googly-eyed with each other can get a little intimidating and the PDA? The nerve! Having an intimate party with your fellow single friends can take the pressure off and won’t make you feel less than human.
DON’T give up! Keep busy, keep exercising your body, engage your mind, remember to love and give, volunteer to help others in need and you won’t even have time to worry about what may be lacking in your life.
Written by Shulie Lo, Robbins Brothers’ social media princess.
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