Would you sign up for the challenge of completing all of your Christmas shopping in one day?
Lots of people do! Though not many choose on their own accord (shout out to my last-minute shoppers), getting it all done in a day is becoming increasingly popular!
Not tempted to spend all your December weekends shopping for Christmas presents?
I don’t blame you!
Before you get that bubble of anxiety in your chest, let me tell you – it can be done!
You can do it in one day, but you’re going to need to be strict with yourself.
Up to the challenge? Let’s see if you’ve got what it takes…
First – Fuel up!
It’s hard to do logical Christmas shopping when your energy is crashing.
Skip the bread, carbs, and sugary breakfast cereals, says Simone Lovell, certified nutritionist, health coach, and owner of Fuel for Fat Loss. “Protein with breakfast is so important within the first hour of waking up.”
Begin with a Shopping Plan
A successful shopping spree always needs a list!
One of the great benefits of preparing your Christmas shopping list in advance is that you’re way more likely to spend less money. When you’re more aware of what you’re buying it’s easier to stick within a budget. Try to write down who you’re buying for, what you plan on gifting them, and the store(s) you will find these items in.
Switch on Tunnel Vision
Traveling to five shopping centers and various outlet stores is just not going to happen in one day, let’s be realistic.
As you’re planning the gifts you’ll buy and the stores you’ll need to visit, try to commit to just two shopping centers. It will be easier to stick to your goal of getting all your Christmas shopping done in one day. Search the online directories of local malls and see how many gifts you could buy in the least amount of locations. And while you’re waiting in line in these stores, pry your eyes away from register sales and do your best to avoid all distractions!
Skip the Sweatpants
Wear something that fits and feels nice; bring your confidence out!
A balance between comfortable and chic is best. Did you know we are more productive when we feel more put together? It’s true – when we feel insecure, we tend to buy more. You know, that fill-the-void kind of thing. So scrap the sweats and sneakers if they make you feel frumpy and instead reach for something stylish that will boost your self-confidence all day long for your Christmas shopping!
No Plus One’s
This is a key component of a successful and efficient day.
Not only will shopping alone save you time, but also lots of money (important for your budget!). How often have you gone out with a friend and spent WAY more than you planned? It’s just too easy to get caught up in “Those jeans would look great on you!” and “Haven’t you been looking for a pair of boots like these??” Since the goal here is to complete your shopping in one day, going solo is a must.
Tips and Advice
Remember that even if you’re short on time, do your best to not leave anything else to the last minute. If you’re Christmas shopping online, this especially applies to you – you don’t want your gifts to arrive after Christmas! To avoid the risk of this happening, make sure you get your orders placed before December 15th, leaving plenty of time for your shipment to arrive.
Another tip: if you really want to add as much productivity and efficiency as humanly possible, pick a theme for your Christmas presents. Themes can be anything from books to puzzles, clothes to home linens – the choice is yours. Basing gifts off of a theme will save you a lot of time and effort as you will visit hopefully only a few shops in the process!
Will you be checking off your to-do list early? Or running around in the last hour? Comment below!
