If you're like me, all this nonsense surrounding and following the election has got you all wired up. Maybe you're suffering from anxiety, depression, and temporary insanity. But remember this!

Only a few days until Christmas!

Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE time of year, and with all the crazy nonsense happening due to this election, I couldn't be happier that it is happening so soon.

At times like these, we need to remember what binds us together, not what tears us apart.

Even if you aren't a Christian, you've got to admit Christmas is pretty cool. I have several atheist friends who still celebrate Christmas because it represents love and joy and being together. All the awesome movies and music and holiday recipes. Spending time with your family, friends, and other loved ones. Baking delicious cookies and ham and turkey and stuffing. Putting up a tree and covering it in shiny ornaments and sparkly lights. What's not to love about Christmas?!

Weeks ago, I went out and purchased my first Christmas tree. I always go home for the holidays, so before now I never bothered to get one. But I needed more Christmas, so I got more Christmas. I chose all my favorite colors for ornaments, set it up in my apartment in the corner, and carefully guarded it against my cat.

And you know what? This is the most relaxed and at home I've felt since before the campaigning for the elections even began.

So if you agree with these statements, and if you're feeling scared and anxious like me, GO DECORATE! Even if it is a tad early, you have no idea how much it will help you. My little 4 foot Christmas tree has drastically improved my outlook on life.

And if you haven't ever decorated for Christmas before, or if you tend to be one of the more Scrooge-y individuals, I hope you'll try this anyway. Sometimes just a trinket here and there or a wreath on the door really does make all the difference. It can't hurt, right? Maybe you'll get inspired to start your own Christmas tradition!