Season 5 of New Girl (sort of) just came out, and the holidays are coming up soon. Our friends from Loft number 4D know just how to navigate the holiday festivities.

1. Bein' solo and having to explain it

There's nothing wrong with being a single lady—I mean Beyoncé wrote a whole song about it. Jess knows how the strategy of answering the question, "Do you have an S.O.?" and quickly changing the subject to the present season. Deflecting these questions is a necessity, especially when your aunt flies in to celebrate with your family and asks about your current relationship status.

2. Get funky

Who doesn't love to get down to Mariah Carey's Christmas album? Schmidt knows how to fully celebrate the holidays with his funky dance moves, and you should too.

3. Hype for lights

One of the best parts of the holidays is the lights. They're just so festive and strike a spark of excitement in our spirits. It wouldn't be the same without the bright flashing colored bulbs we string onto our trees and houses.

4. Callin' things as they are

The jewish Schmidt calls Christmas as it is, just as we have to often during times with our family (and especially extended family). You all know what I'm talking about.

5. Show some thigh

Schmidt tells us we can dress more scandalous than the rest of the year, so why not? Sexy Santas commence.

6. Resolve the arguments

Often the holidays are the only time that we get to see much of our family, so arguments spring out of no where (or maybe from expected places). Even if we don't see our families over the holidays, it's generally a stressful time anyways, so much pent up frustration and anger can come out. Often we find ourselves as the mediators between family members or friends during these months, and all you can do is channel your inner Jessica Day.

7. Enjoy the holidays

All in all, the holidays are some the most memorable, festive, fun and loving times of the year! Look past all of the things that might ruin the month of December and enjoy your family, friends and cozy homes.

With this helpful guide from the cast of New Girl, you can conquer and enjoy all of the festivities this year.