What makes a Christmas and holiday season merry? When did we start telling people to have a Merry Christmas? Who in the world is ‘merry’? After all, we don’t say, have a Merry Birthday to those who are celebrating a birthday! Furthermore, how can you make sure that you are having a merry Christmas and holiday season? We take a look at all these points and more!
Where Did The “Merry” Come From?
Believe it or not, Merry is not a person but an idea. And it really started to take root thanks to the work of Charles Dickens. When he released his work “A Christmas Carol,” the use of Merry Christmas and the holiday season became more popular and has only continued to grow.
What Makes A Season Merry?
Merry is more than just a word. While we can say happy — this is more of a feeling. Merry is more of an event, or so many people believe. However, what is going to ensure you have a merry Christmas and holiday season? Here are some tips that many people swear by in order to enjoy their Christmas and holiday season every year!
- Learn your limits! You are not superman or superwoman. There are going to be times when you cannot do everything and need help. The key that many people are suggesting is that you cannot overdo it during the holiday season. Instead, learn your limits and live within those limits.
- Plan everything that you possibly can so that you can be ready for anything that comes your way. This means you should plan out what gifts you are buying people, the theme for your tree, the theme for the rest of your decor, the days in which you will host an event or the like. The more planning you do, the better your Christmas and holiday season will be.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Whether this is telling everyone to bring a dish to a party that you planned or asking your family for help with the decor of your home. Everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, especially during the Christmas and holiday season.
- Learn how to say no. Whether this is saying no to attending another Christmas and holiday season party or if you have to say no to those who want you to volunteer your time. While volunteering your time is commendable…when it starts to interfere with how much you enjoy the season or how you celebrate, then it can become an issue.
Learning your limits is really what many people suggest when you ask them how to have a merry Christmas and holiday season. We cannot do it all alone, and we should not be expected to do it all on our own. Once you do these things, you will find that you can really sit back and enjoy the holiday gatherings that you have in store and the entire season in general.