As the world turns into shades of gray, brown and black it gets hard to fully appreciate everything about the season of winter. It’s difficult to not daydream about the sunshine and green grass that surrounds us in the summer time. But winter has its many perks as well. I personally love this time of year because it’s a time where everything slows down. I get to reflect and prepare for the new year ahead. Besides that, there are countless reason to love this season.
Here’s a list of things to be grateful for when the winter blues start to hit:
1. Family family family...or anyone you adore
Nothing beats spending quality time with the people you love most. This time of year is what I look forward to all year because good food, crazy gatherings and happy memories are a guarantee.
2. You get to work on your hobbies that you were procrastinating
Winter is the time where I can get most of my personal things done. For example, learning an extravagant recipe, reading, or trying new workouts.
3. You’ll feel less guilty if you dedicate a day to movies and fluffy blankets
Well it’s too cold and gloomy to go outside or get dressed sooo it’s okay to stay in for a day right?
4. Not needing to set an alarm for majority of your week
Unlike during the fall semester, my schedules aren’t jam packed with endless commitments anymore. You don't need to worry too much about deadlines and the bliss of not being rushed is priceless.
Check out Santa missing a deadline of his own by clicking on the picture above!
5. Seeing old friends
Around this time is when everyone is back and there’s really never a dull moment with your hometown squad.
6. Shamelessly eating Christmas goodies and not feeling guilty
There’s really no penalty for eating like you’ve been starving all year because hey, this is only occurs once a year.
7. Christmas lights
There’s something so magical and special about lights that I can never get over. It’s necessary to embrace it before it's all gone.
8. You can be fashionable even though all you did was throw on some thick sweaters and scarves...
This season brings cute and comfortable to a whole new level. Score.
9. You get much needed alone time
With downtime, comes the ability to unwind and loosen up. You deserve every ounce of the benefits that solitude brings to you.
10. New year, better you
Winter means that this year is coming to an end and a new beginning is about to bloom. For the new year, take your time to write goals and your action plan to achieve them.
11. Winter exclusive activities
The cold months call for creativity. From winter festivals to light shows to ice-skating at the local rink-- there’s always something to try and do in the winter.
Make the best out of every day and realize that everything is temporary. No matter if the situation is bad or good. So own every moment and make it worthwhile. Winter comes and goes like everything else in life so enjoy it while it lasts.