anyone else like really struggling with christmas this year? i feel like i have no idea what to get people and it just doesn’t feel like christmas to me :/

It’s still early!! Maybe try a Holiday Theater Performance? Like The Grinch or The Nutcracker on broadway; or find drive-through Christmas light show!! Or a theme park that may be decorated. I once took my daughter to this train event it is “The polar Express” and it was in the cold mountains with hot cocao and marshmallows and it really helped get me in the mood for Christmas that year. I personally always try to do at least one thing that is like a show or an event to help get into the Christmas spirit. Also try Hallmark Christmas movies! 😝

I kind of am. I had a very traumatic christmas last year unfortunately so I’m kind of anxious about the actual day. I agree with the comment above tho, silly Christmas movies ate help!

Tw: abusive parents yeah my christmas last year wasn’t great either and i have a feeling it won’t be good this year too. got into a huge fight last year with my abusive parents and had to fight tooth and nail to see my siblings that day. almost exactly the same situation and it sucks. i’m trying my hardest to be in the christmas spirit but its hard when i can’t even see my siblings regularly and might not be able to that day.

@sugarwitch_ thank you ! i think after work tomorrow, i’ll find a christmas movie and make some hot chocolate :)

@waabananang 🥰🥰that sounds good! And it’s gonna feel so cozy! ☺️☺️☺️

@waabananang and I hope things work out between you and your family! Feels like Family can be one of the most triggering aspect of our lives…but, I am sure one day it will all work out! It always works out in the end! 🥰 Ask your higher self for the answer…you may be a bit surprised by the clarity and solutions we sometimes give ourselves just by tuning into our “inner being”

Can totally relate to the not knowing what to get anyone. My older boy cousins are at a weird stage where they dont really play with toys anymore but they arent old enough for explicit video games/content (in my opinion). The twins mom said “i dont want anymore toys”. Ive only gotten the girls some play makeup lol. I love christmas movies to help me get into the christmas spirit and hot chocolate with lots of marshmallows and whipped cream.

content warning: money, mental health i totally understand and relate to how you feel about christmas. it truly was the most wonderful time of the year but it hurts because as i get older, money becomes tighter and xmas feels more like a chore. i have to pay my university fees and i’m in so much debt it’s insane. i also got diagnosed with autism very recently and ever since that my dad has been treating me like i’m a disgrace even though it’s neurological and i was born with it…i dont know what to do. i wanted to get my boyfriend airpods but i don’t think i can afford it. i also wanted to get my sister and mom gifts but once again, i don’t have any money. it hurts that i’m failing them this christmas. sorry for the rant. anyone else going through this just know you aren’t alone ♡ christmas is hard at times but i’m sure there’s still some ways to make it feel magical again.

TW: abuse @waabananang I’m really sorry to hear that. I hope it helps to know that you’re not alone though. My christmas was traumatic last year was actually because of abusive patents too so I can understand where you’re coming from. It’s very hard, especially since Christmas is so family oriented. It can suck to see/hear about everyone’s families getting together and having a good time or even having petty family drama rather than serious stuff. I feel for you friend and I’m right there with ya ❤️