As the end of term fast approaches, it’s easy to get so bogged down with all the work you have to do that it seems like there’s no time to get ready for Christmas. I for one always find that the festive spirit seems to escape me until after I’ve finished my assignments, and then suddenly it’s Christmas Day and I’m completely unprepared. So, how can you avoid this? Here are some tips!
Deck the halls
This isn’t exactly rocket science I’ll grant you, but decorating your student room is a great way to start feeling a bit more festive. The pound shops in town do some great decorations, or if you’ll feeling more creative, why not buy some paper and create your own snowflakes or paper chains? Getting together with your flat-mates to decorate the communal areas is a great way to spend an hour away from work.
Go out for an early Christmas dinner
This can be with your flat-mates or course-mates, but going out for an early Christmas dinner, or even just a Sunday roast if you want to save the turkey for the big day. I mean, is there anything better than a roast dinner? I’m not so sure.
Jingle bells
I don’t know about the rest of you, but I always have a chilled out study playlist sorted for essay writing. This time of year, I slip in some Christmas songs to make my playlist that little bit festive. Here’s some suggestions of songs you can add to your playlist that aren’t too disruptive:
- Otis Redding ‘White Christmas’
- Louis Armstrong ‘Christmas in New Orleans’
- Nat King Cole ‘Carolling, Carolling’
Do some baking
Whether you make Christmas cookies or mince pies, baking is a great way to relax, and the smell of mincemeat will have you in the festive spirit in no time! You can take these treats to study sessions at the library, or even your last seminars of term – you’ll be everyone’s favourite!
Festive film night
Whatever your favourite Christmas film is (but let’s be honest the right answer here is The Muppets’ Christmas Carol), put it on! Pop down to the shops and grab some popcorn, or serve up some of those mince pies you made earlier, and cuddle up on the sofa with your housemates (or on one of your beds if you’re in halls). There’s no better way to take your mind off all the work you have to do.