New Year is a favorite holiday for adults and children. They expect miracles and magic from him. Preparing for the holiday can be costly: stress, fatigue, and even illness. And so I want to celebrate the New Year vigorous, healthy and motivated. How to celebrate the New Year simply and so that only light and joyful, like sparkling wine, memories remain about it?
All ingenious is simple. And we will consider simple what is effective. Doesn't require a lot of energy, but the result exceeds expectations. The rule of "simplification" can be successfully applied by simplifying the algorithm of preparation for the most favorite holiday of adults and children.
Give me, give me
Choosing gifts is troublesome. Most of you must be familiar with these endless raids on shops and malls in search of suitable gifts. When his tongue was hanging down on his beard, his eyes were bloodshot, his legs were buzzing, and nothing worthwhile was found. It's a shame. It's a shame. What to do? The most radical option is to abandon the tradition of giving gifts for the New Year. Agree on this in advance. Warn you that you do not need to give anything either. Better to get out into the city, visit the New Year's fair, go to the movies. Usually, friends and acquaintances support the idea. The fewer gifts, the less headaches and financial expenses.
This rule, most likely, does not apply to those closest to you. It is better to inquire in advance about what your child, passion or parents want. It is better to buy gifts in advance than on the eve of the holiday.
Memories have no expiration date
They don't go out of style. New Year is such a holiday that should be remembered. Plan something to remember for 365 days or longer. Don't sit at home eating salads. Go to the theater, for example. Or on a trip. If you are already in the mood for gifts, give each other exactly memories, not branded items.
Playing snowballs, sledding, and snowmen that you blind on New Year's Eve will bring a lot of joy. And if there is no snow outside, get out of the house anyway. To decorate a tree growing in the yard, for example. Let it be your New Year's tree. Arrange a New Year's photo session under it.
Online shopping saves energy, time and money
In search of what you need, it's so easy to get off your feet Standing in queues is exhausting. Buy things in trusted online stores. On the eve of the holiday, sellers often offer discounts. You may hate Black Friday, but this is the time when you can get the things you want for a pretty low price. Festive paraphernalia, toys, clothes, equipment can be purchased online during promotions. Study the assortment and prices, compare the offer of different online stores, make a list and act. And if you don't know what to give, choose a gift certificate or card.
Spend time not where, but how
Together. Choose events that you really want to go to. You may be getting a lot of offers, but you won't get ripped off. The best thing about this situation is to go where you want to go. It is polite but firm to reject any offers that you do not like.
The same goes for New Year's traditions. Sometimes, the list of them is so long that there is simply not enough time for everything. Think if everything brings you joy and lightness? Review the list. With no regrets, let go of traditions that are more stressful than joyful.
Use last year's decorations
No need to buy a bunch of tinsel, new garlands, Christmas tree decorations, if you already have them. Use the available ones. Involve children in the process. Let them cut paper snowflakes and stars, mold a snowman out of cotton wool, bake fragrant cookies that can be decorated with sugar icing, nuts and dried fruits.
By following these tips, you can make it easier for yourself to prepare for the celebration and devote more time to what you want to do. And don't forget to decide on the budget that you can spend on celebrating the New Year. The holiday should not cost a pretty penny - its meaning is not in pomp, but in a quality pastime in the circle of those with whom you feel easy, fun and pleasant.
