It’s finally that magical time of year again when our noses flush red from the frost in the air and twinkling lights sparkle from house to house. It’s December which means pre-Christmas is over and prime holiday time is upon us. Sometimes, with everything going on around us, it can be difficult to get into the spirit. Here are 15 easy ways to do just that!

1. Break out those cozy sweaters (especially the ugly Christmas ones).
2. Get those Jingle Bell jams that we all know word for word blaring on your radio.
3. And sing carols within your community to your hearts content.
4. Deck out your residence area in festive colors, lights, stockings, trees, snowflakes, and wreaths.
5. Bake or buy cookies and decorate accordingly.
6. Consume all things gingerbread.
7. And peppermint.
8. Watch all the holiday classics on a cold winter’s night when you’re “home alone.”
9. Take part in the gift of giving and get someone special something special from the heart.
10. Show your festivity with Christmas socks that totally rock.
11. Go outside during a snowfall and build a snowman.
12. Or make a snow angel.
13. Or watch it fall delicately while drinking hot cocoa from your bed.
14. Serve others in need this holiday season.
15. Surround yourself with those you love.