I Like You… Let’s Talk in January
The holidays can be an awkward time to start dating someone new. Some of my single friends are waiting out the holidays so they don’t have to deal with the pressure on themselves or others. For instance…
Do you buy someone you have gone out with a few times a gift, and how much should you spend?
Do you invite that person to your company party, and if so, how do you introduce them?
At what point in a relationship do you visit each other’s families for the holidays?
Should you plan to spend New Year’s Eve with this person, or would you rather have the option to kiss someone else at midnight?
See, there can be a whole lot of relationship-defining situations thrown at you this time of year that may strain a fragile new connection. I understand why many singles avoid dating during this time of year, but it certainly is possible to navigate these obstacles.
Do what feels right and just go with the flow. Don’t try to rush things or pressure the other person to include you in their holidays. Most importantly of all, relax and have fun.
Happy holidays, everyone!
Single for the Holidays
Judging from the Christmas decorations that are already flooding the stores, the holidays are upon us. Being single for the holidays can be a tough time, especially soon after a breakup. So let’s remember some of the reasons why it can be a good thing to be flying solo this season.
First, if you don’t have a significant other, you don’t have to spend hours browsing online or wandering aimlessly through stores trying to find the perfect gift for them. Be your own love of your life this holiday season and buy yourself something that you love!
Next, having a partner often means splitting time between your families or having to choose one place to visit. This situation is often hard to manage, and it’s always a bummer to have to miss out on your mom’s famous chestnut stuffing. As a free agent you have the freedom to spend the holidays with whomever you’d like.
Last but not least, the holidays are a great time to meet a potential love interest. This is a festive time full of parties, company events, and New Year’s Eve bashes. Who knows who you may find yourself standing with under the mistletoe? Say yes to every invitation that you can, then get out there and enjoy yourself!
