Little Joys To Appreciate This Holiday Season

As we gather today with our friends and family, we should take some time to recognize the small things bringing us joy this holiday season. Sharing time with our loved ones, giving and receiving gifts, and eating delicious food are all important things to be grateful for right now. But what about the smaller, less noticeable things that keep us going?

The Absence Of Canvas Notifications

There is no sweeter silence than the absence of Canvas notifications. No more panic about an assignment due, and no more constantly checking your grades. Take today and the rest of your break to appreciate the absence of homework and classes!

The First Sleep Back In Your Hometown Bed

There’s just something special about sleeping in your childhood bedroom during the holidays. Somehow, this bed is just cozier than any other. The mattress seems to remember you like you never left and your high school posters look back at you, bringing a sense of peace. This sleep congratulates you on getting through another semester and invites you to finally rest.  

No Schedule To Stick To

The last few months have been laid out perfectly in your calendar, with each day asking for another task to be checked off. Until January 7^th, you’re free to wake up when you want and watch as many movies as you can fit in 24 hours. Take today to appreciate the free time you get to spend with friends and family with no tasks or meetings sneaking up on you.

Cozy Clothes

I don’t know about you, but I love winter clothing. The soft sweaters, the fluffy socks, and the matching Christmas PJs are such a small but warm feeling that everyone should appreciate a little more this holiday season. Embrace the comfort you get when you wrap yourself in your favorite cozy sweat set and watch a movie with your mom and dad, because as college students, we don’t get to do that much anymore!

Nostalgia

The holiday decorations, your favorite childhood movies playing on repeat, and the smell of your favorite childhood meal coming from the kitchen all spark warm memories you'll want to carry with you forever. The feeling of nostalgia that circles us this time of year reminds us of how far we’ve come. Take some time today and in the coming weeks to sit with that feeling and appreciate the fact that you have a past to remember fondly.

Take a little extra time today to appreciate the little things that bring you joy during this season! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Be Well, Auburn.