Each December, the holiday season comes flying into us all so hard we almost stumble over. As a college student, we are flooded with so many demands, it can be hard to keep up. From exams, finding a job or internship, maintaining a social life, and just everyday tasks, it can be hard to get yourself into the season spirits.
Here are five easy ideas to help get you into the holiday spirits this season!
1. Read "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens.
It doesn't even necessarily have to be this book. It can be something as simple as reading "A night before Christmas..." that can help get you back into the spirits. Starting Dec. 1, it's the perfect amount of time to dive into any holiday book that might help you get excited for this season!
2. Have a "Santa Clause" movie marathon.
There are three of these that you can definitely binge out to! You can also go for a classic favorite, "The Grinch." What more could you need to help get you into the spirits than your favorite Christmas movie? There are also shows that you can watch which may even become a Christmas tradition. On a recent trip to Ireland, I discovered a show called, "The Toy Show," where kids review toys to help give parents an idea of what to and what not to buy this season!
3. Make DIY presents.
Whether you have the money or not to buy all the presents you need for this year (but I'm guessing most of you are like me who are broke college students), making DIY presents can be both fun for you and present a more thoughtful gift for your loved ones. There are tons of ideas on Pinterest and Youtube to help you choose what is best suited for you tastes and style. An all time classic are the cookie mix or hot cocoa mix mugs. Buy some mason jars at target and fill them up with all the ingredients you would need to make these and attach a cute tag around the lid. 
4. Turn on the Christmas radio station.
If anyone else is from NOVA (represent), then you know 97.1 with Delilah. She may not be your most favorite person in the world, but she definitely knows how to keep the Christmas spirit alive! Find a radio station that's filled with your favorite mix of holiday songs and jam out while you're in the car. Bonus: If you're taking a road trip home soon with friends, play a "guess that song" game where whoever guesses the song before the first words are spoken, wins.
5. Have a holiday party with your family and friends.
Holiday parties can go either way -- really great or dreadfully dull. Turn it around this year with a goofy holiday party. Require everyone to wear their tackiest sweaters, craziest socks, and best head gear (Rudolph nose, antlers, Santa hat). Set up a photo booth to take some crazy photos and keep the memories living forever. You can even go a step further and make all the food Christmas themed, like Christmas cookies, red and green jell-o, etc. Most importantly, make sure to enjoy spending the time with your loved ones this season.
