The holiday season is a time to give to others, but don’t forget to reward yourself for getting through another year of hard work, for keeping your head above water during these tough economic times, and for keeping the peace in the midst of all the stress. of the parties Here are five Christmas gift ideas you can reward yourself with this holiday season.

1. Take a short vacation: Going on a short trip is a great way to help you relax. You can get away without spending too much money by simply vacationing in another city within your own state. If you live in a bustling city, you may like to visit a quieter country town. Similarly, if you live in the countryside or the suburbs, you may want to spend a day or two sightseeing in the city.

2. Give yourself the gift of scented aromatherapy candles: Scented candles are very therapeutic. You can place them throughout your home, especially in your bedroom and bathroom, and you’ll feel soothed and pampered by scented clouds of delight.

3. Take a trip to the local day spa: Massage therapy has a variety of benefits for both the body and the mind. Its therapeutic uses include relieving joint stiffness and muscle pain, and improving blood circulation. Body wraps nourish, tone and detoxify your skin, and calm your nervous system to help you relax. A soothing facial will leave you with radiant, youthful skin. While you’re there, you can also treat yourself to a relaxing manicure and pedicure, then you’ll feel completely rejuvenated and refreshed!

4. Rent a limo: The truth is, a limo can make any occasion special. Indulge in total luxury as you and your spouse or partner, or your best friends, go to a five-star restaurant and attend a concert or a play. How much safer could you be than with a professional driver? Oh la la!

5. Give yourself the gift of forgiveness: it is very important to forgive people who have hurt you no matter how hard it is. This is not something you do for the one who offended you, but something you do for yourself. Forgiving others frees us from anger and allows us to receive the healing we need. It also spares us the consequences of living with an unforgiving heart. “But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive you your trespasses.” (Mark 11:26). Forgiveness is a choice, so choose the gift of forgiveness for yourself and free yourself from hurt, anger, and bitterness!

Have a wonderful Christmas!