How to Enjoy Being Alone

Take a snowy walk and leave your music player behind. Don’t be afraid to be alone with your thoughts. #MYMTips

Indulge yourself and do something that you love without letting yourself feel guilty about it. You deserve a break. #MYMTips

“Down time” is great, but adding just 1-2 small tasks/plans to your agenda can help add shape to your day. #MYMTips

Alone time can be SUPER productive. Tackle a chore, project or craft and set a goal to get it done by January 1st. #MYMTips

Gratitude is a key ingredient in resilience. Take a minute to think about 1-2 things you’re thankful for. #MYMTips

Volunteering can be a great source of comfort, purpose & connection over the holidays. Find out more at volunteer.ca #MYMTips

Treat yourself to some compliments! Use social media to ask people you know & trust to explain what they like best about you. #MYMTips

Even if you’re alone over the holidays, decorate your house! Twinkle lights are magic! #MYMTips

Let family/friends know ahead of time if you plan on spending holidays alone. It gives them time to get used to the idea. #MYMTips

Spend a whole day planning, shopping for and cooking a brand new recipe/meal for yourself. Savour the result! #MYMTips

Create a mantra highlighting the things you love about YOU. Repeat it to your reflection each morning. #MYMTips http://bit.ly/1cBXtiE

Get up and move! Doing something physically active has been proven to improve mood! #MYMTips

If you’ve got time off this season, think of one skill you’d like to improve on. Devote time to practicing it. #MYMTips

Alone over the holidays? Make the most of it! Dye your hair, binge on your fave show, eat your fave foods! #MYMTips

Sleeping habits can get off track while on holidays, especially if you’re on your own. Try to keep regular sleep hours. #MYMTips

Seeing a movie alone can be so relaxing and enjoyable. Try it! Most movie theatres are open Christmas day! #MYMTips

It’s a great time of year for people watching, if that’s your thing. Head out, grab a seat, and watch the world go by. #MYMTips

Do something you’ve been putting off because no one will go with you and take yourself on a date. #MYMTips

Think of a grudge you have against yourself and try to forgive it. Everyone makes mistakes sometimes. #MYMTips

Spend some alone time writing letters to people in your life. Actual HANDWRITTEN ones. Guaranteed to brighten their day! #MYMTips

Take time to see the hidden beauty in each moment. Stop tweeting and take time to enjoy the sights and sounds of winter. #MYMTips

Make an actual list of your strengths to post where you can see it. Add to it as you discover more about yourself. #MYMTips

Face your life with child-like enthusiasm. Check out the lights, window shop, build a snowman! #MYMTips

Get to bed early. Enjoy being able to wake up, eat breakfast and take your time with yourself rather than rushing. #MYMTips

Learning mindfulness can be the greatest gift you can give yourself. Find an app that can help you get started. #MYMTips

Grab your phone/camera and create a photo collage of things that you love, goals that you have, quotes that motivate you. #MYMTips

Take a positive trip down memory lane. Create a playlist of your favourite songs from childhood to now. #MYMTips

Surprise someone with a random act of kindness. Shovel a driveway, leave a nice card for a stranger etc. #MYMTips

Wake up early and have a cup of coffee or tea and watch the sun rise. It really is something to see. #MYMTips

Setting epic goals is the trend this time of year. Make a list of 5 SMALLER goals that you can get done in a few weeks. #MYMTips

Create a new tradition that you can celebrate on your own. There are lots of interesting ideas on the web. #MYMTips