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The Holiday Candle Scent You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Which one are you?

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The Holiday Candle Scent You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign

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The holidays are in full swing and what better way to celebrate than with candles? With the hundreds of scents out in stores, it can be daunting when you're gift shopping for someone, or even for yourself. But, have no doubt. All you need is to turn to your zodiac sign for the perfect holiday scent.

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5 Boss Ways To Get Over The Post-Christmas Blues And Prepare For The New Year

The holidays don't have to be over.

Orlando, Florida

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That's it, the holidays have been celebrated. No more eight days of Hanukkah, no more kissing under the mistletoe and drinking eggnog. You can forget about shopping for others for a while too, but it seems like the fun has passed you by.

All gone until next year. But the year is still young, there is almost a week left before next year drops its ball for you to roll after. Here are some ways to keep the holiday spirit alive well into the new year like a boss.

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10 Necessities Every College Student Should Have On Their Christmas List

Make your list and check it twice.

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10 Necessities Every College Student Should Have On Their Christmas List

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When it comes to Christmas, it's the best time for broke college students to be able to get what they need. If you're looking to fill out your Christmas List, or you're someone looking for the perfect gift for your college freshmen, these 10 things are perfect for you.

1. A Brita water bottle

I can safely say that this water bottle has changed my life. Smaller than your average Brita, it's easy to take from class to class as well as easily store in the fridge in your dorm. Plus its perfect for saving money, rather than buying water bottles it can easily be filled up at any sink or water fountain.

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You’ve Made Your Christmas List, But Have You Checked It Twice For The Reason Why?

Stop treating Christmas like a checklist.

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You’ve Made Your Christmas List, But Have You Checked It Twice For The Reason Why?

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Lights strung, ornaments hung and carols are sung? Check. Food prepared, cheapest airfare and stockings hung with care? Check. Presents bought, the fire's hot and you've checked everything off your list without a second thought. You make your list and check it twice to ensure that the holidays will be nice.

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These Christmas must-haves are all items you can't pass up on.

Which one are you?

The holidays don't have to be over.

1. Shop for yourself.

2. New Year's party.

3. Just do it.

4. Give back.

5. Wait until you can go back to work and eat out again.

Make your list and check it twice.

1. A Brita water bottle

2. A new winter coat

3. A Himalayan salt lamp

4. Essential oils

5. Essential oil diffuser

6. A Dyson fan

7. Bluetooth headphones

8. Wireless speaker

9. Portable charger

10. Money/gift cards

The Elf on the Shelf gave me some insights...

We should find fulfillment in comparing ourselves to others on social media

If you made more money (and got more gifts), you would be happier.

Life is a list of check lists and to do lists

Presents > presence

You are not good enough to be on the nice list

Stop treating Christmas like a checklist.

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