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Why you should start celebrating Christmas earlier

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When people hear Christmas music in November, they often criticize those who listen.They say that Christmas should only be celebrated after Thanksgiving, or even not untilDecember 1st. But contrary to this belief, celebrating Christmas earlier is actually the best wayto get into the holiday spirit, and here’s why.Not only can this argument be won by the countless people who celebrate Christmas inNovember, it can also be scientifically proven. Scientists gathered together and did a study onpeople’s emotional state when they set up for Christmas earlier. Psychologists in the studyconcluded that people who celebrate Christmas earlier are generally happier people. They saythat the Christmas decorations and vibes give people of comfortable sense of nostalgia. Thedecorations boost dopamine, a chemical that makes people happy. People who decorate theirhome communicate friendly and social terms to others. People feel happier, friendlier, andbetter when they celebrate early. So why wouldn’t you want to feel that way too?Like the study discussed above, Christmas itself gives people of sense of nostalgia andgood vibes. Everyone likes the feeling of nostalgia, it calms their minds down and reminds themof happier times. And that’s a feeling that everyone likes to feel. To be wrapped up in a blanketwatching a Christmas movie with hot chocolate is one of the best feelings in the world. Whywould you wait to experience that feeling for only one month in the entire year? When youchoose to start even acknowledging the Christmas vibes earlier, the magical vibes and nostalgiawill make up for the criticism you might get.Another way why you should celebrate Christmas early is because of the Christmasmusic. Say what you want, but Christmas music is the best kind of music out there. Manymainstream artists have released their share of Christmas music, whether they are originalsongs or covers of classics. Nothing is better than making a cup of hot chocolate, relaxing by thefire, and listening to nostalgic Christmas music. The music gets too much hate beforeDecember, you can’t deny that each song is a bop. Not only the music, but the movies are so

nostalgic and good too. Classics like Elf, Christmas Vacation, and Frosty the Snowman, and
other iconic titles are absolutely essential to watch during the holiday season. When you decideto get into the mood earlier, you have more time to watch all of the Christmas movies you wantto!If you choose to get into the holiday spirit earlier than usual, you will be able to goChristmas shopping earlier and you can beat all the crowds. Stores like Target and craft storesall around have already set up for Christmas and have put up decorations and gifts for peopleto buy. When you get all of your holiday shopping done early, you can relax during the actualholidays instead of worrying all the time about what you are going to get everyone at the sametime as everyone else. You can listen to Christmas music on your drive when you go giftshopping to get even more in the mood!Christmas is often voted as the most favorite holiday for a reason. It gives people acomfortable sense of nostalgia, filled with catchy and amazing music and movies. If you are oneof the few people who criticize others who just want to be happier earlier, you should try outcelebrating Christmas earlier for yourself. You will find yourself being happier and calmer!

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Eliza Gardiner
Eliza Gardiner, Journalist
Eliza Gardiner is a Junior year journalist at Davis High School. In her free time sheenjoys dancing, spending time with friends, listening to Taylor Swift, and sleeping.She is excited to write for the paper because she loves writing and wants toinform others in her community about current events and topics.