The once warm breeze has turned into a chill that shows our breath. The sun hides behind a blanket of clouds that, most days, showers upon us. We reach the end of our school days, step out into the parking lot, and see the sun is already preparing to set. In the midst of the winter chill, you might find yourself yearning for the warmth of a relationship.
As lovely as it is, being single this season may be beneficial to you. Here are the top five reasons you can make the most of the wintertide.
#1 Stress of finals
School can be stressful throughout the year, but there’s no time like finals. It’s important you prioritize studying to ensure success and relieve anxiety of upcoming projects. When you’re in a relationship spending time with your significant other is desirable. Which makes managing time more difficult during these crunch schedules.
#2 Self-reflection season
The new year brings new beginnings. The days before January 1st are for looking back on the year that passed; the good, the bad, and everything in between. Without a relationship, you can take time to consider in depth which parts of your life you want to alter and focus on your goals.
#3 New years kiss
It’s a tradition for some to ring in the New Year with a kiss. You might be bummed thinking you’ll miss out on this tradition, but being single allows you flexibility. There are plenty of people at the same social gathering as you experiencing the same event. The chances of getting that kiss are higher than it may seem.
#4 Save your money
Holiday season can get expensive with all of the gift-giving. Maybe you have a secret Santa, white elephant, sock exchange, and gifts for family or friends. If you want to show how much you care about the people in your life, but don’t have a cash flow income, without a relationship you can worry a little less about having a tight budget. In fact, you will save money buying just one less gift.
#5 Family Focus
Winter possesses popular holidays like solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanuka. Each of these holidays emphasize family and the bonds you share with the people closest to you. It is not uncommon to travel to see family or have family in town during these holidays. If you’re solo this season it allows you more time with them and be present in the spirit of the holidays.
