20 Ideas for Connecting With Loved Ones During the Holidays

Whether you’re looking to start a new tradition or simply find something fun to get into the holiday spirit, here are a few ideas that will bring you and your loved ones closer together.

• Write a letter to a loved one who isn’t near.
• Find twigs or pine cones, make a wreath for the front door.
• Make small gift bags filled with treats, leave on friends’ doors.
• Hop in the car for a surprise day trip.
• Have dessert for dinner, share the sweet things you love about each other.
• Create a holiday playlist, include a favorite song from each family member.
• Pack a big blanket, some hot cocoa in a thermos, and go stargazing.
• Make a holiday video to share with family and friends.
• Write little compliments for each other, hang them up around the house.
• Create a list of hopes for what the New Year will bring.

No matter if you’re decorating holiday cookies or taking a family stroll around the neighborhood, here are a few questions you can ask to get to know each other even better.

• When you imagine your happy place, where is it, and what are you doing there?
• If you could make a wish come true for someone else, what would it be?
• How do you hope the people in your life see you?
• What was the highlight of your day today?
• What food or song always brings back good memories?
• What’s something you feel hopeful about?
• What’s one of the best compliments you’ve ever received?
• Imagine waking up somewhere else tomorrow morning. Where would you want to be? What would you do there?
• What are some things around you right now that you’re grateful for?
• Do you think it’s more fun to be a grown-up or a kid? Why?

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