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10 Reasons To Get In The Holiday Spirit Early

We're approaching Thanksgiving faster than you think which means it's time to get in the holiday spirit, even if its a little early!

Morgan Cooper
Nov 21, 2016
American University
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1. The holiday season means seeing family.

    As a college student, getting to see my extended family is rare and the holiday season allows for me to catch up with them and tell them all my crazy “first year at college” stories.

    2. Tis the season for nearly every big coffee house to release their holiday beverages and food.

    Whether you’re a Starbucks fanatic, Dunkin' Donuts fiend, Tim Horton’s lover, or a small town coffeehouse fan, this is the time where your favorite holiday-themed treats are available!

    3. Lots and lots of food.

    The holiday season is notorious for big meals that leave you feeling fuller than ever. Not to mention after these meals, you’ll have the best nap of your life!

    4. Holiday decorations are one of the most cheerful aspects of the season.

    Whether your family sticks to the same traditional decorations from your childhood or you’re trying something new, decorations will always make you smile. Decorating now will bring good vibes and a warm glow to your day

    5. It’s the season for gift-giving and receiving which means you need to get a head start on your shopping!

    Seeing the reaction on people’s faces when they open a gift can be priceless. If you’re looking for ideas, most big companies have gift idea sections on their websites! Get shopping!

    6. Along with it being the gifting season comes some of the best deals on items all year round.

    Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are definitely something to be looking forward to! Whether you need gifts for others or something for yourself, there is bound to be a good deal out there.

    7. The holiday season provides endless opportunity for cute Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter worthy pictures.

    Whether you’re bundled up with your best friends watching holiday movies or out and about exploring on your seasonal break, there are bound to be some great photo opportunities that spread the holiday cheer.

    8. Holiday music is something that makes the season so special.

    Everywhere you go, there is likely some form of festive music playing that makes your experience so much better. Just like decorations, festive music can be relaxing and bring positive vibes into your day.

    9. Movies are also a big part of the holiday season as there seems to be an endless list of classics to watch in the days leading up to your celebrated holiday.

    ABC has already released their schedule for Christmas movies. If that doesn’t get you into the holiday spirit, I don’t know what will.

    10. Finally, the holiday season means a break from your everyday life and stress.

    It’s a time to relax with friends and family. Counting down the days until my college break not only gets me excited for what the holiday season brings, but relaxes me as I prepare for finals.


    Essentially, all I’m trying to say is that the holiday season brings with it some of the best traditions and memories. So for your own well-being, start getting festive a little early!


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