6 ways to overcome the Chrimbo Limbo

If life is a highway, the stretch between Christmas and the New Year is a service station. Chaotic, confusing and, sometimes, overwhelming. It’s natural to feel weird during this period, but fear not, we’ve got you covered.

No time-wasting, let’s dive straight in. Here’s how to beat the Chrimbo Limbo, find your post-holiday peace and get ready to smash the year ahead.

1. Step up your self-care

Let’s be honest, it’s not always easy to find time to pamper yourself. But you deserve it, so take the opportunity now! Light candles, run a bath (bath bombs are a bonus!), get your fuzziest pyjamas out and take a well-earned break. Don’t forget to keep hydrated and move your body–anyone fancy a walk?

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2. Binge-watch your favourite shows

Whether it’s a solo session, a family function or a date with your friends, get the snacks ready and pull together for a movie night. We didn’t tell you this, but if you’re home with the family during the festive season, make the absolute most of EVERY streaming subscription they pay for!

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3. Scope out the best deals online

We’ve all got room for more prezzies… right? Most retail brands will be rolling out HUGE sales between Christmas and the New Year, so use your free time wisely by checking out which of your faves are rocking discounts. Don’t forget, students save even more with UNiDAYS. Just sayin’.

What’s coming up? Put it this way, you’re in for a treat. We’re talking serious discounts on your favourite brands, from fashion freshness at Meshki and Club L London to activewear champions like Lululemon and Montirex, to GoPro, VOXI and so much more.

4. Perfect a new recipe

It’s a safe assumption that most of us will overindulge over the festive period and with Christmas cooking comes a new challenge: what to do with the leftovers? Either get creative with it, or ask Mum and Dad if they’re willing to get the oven back on again. Pretty please?

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5. Smash your reading goals

Moving your body is good, but don’t forget to exercise your mind. Did you set a reading goal back in January? We won’t tell anyone if you didn’t hit it (full disclosure, we didn’t), so if reading is your cuppa tea, make the most of your spare time and dive into your favourite books.

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6. Get set for the year ahead

The early bird gets the worm. Or in this case, students get exclusive sale prices. If you’re keen to get a head start on 2025, or have been waiting for the perfect time to grab that special something, now’s the perfect time. Scope out your favourite brands on UNiDAYS to see what special offers we’re cooking up for you.

Already planning that next getaway? Check out exclusive deals at Loveholidays and Hotels.com. Into your tech? Watch out for next-level offers at Samsung and Shark Clean, or if you’re ready to kickstart your New Year glow, don’t miss amazing discounts at Beauty Works and ghd.

So, there you have it. Forget the post-Christmas blues, let’s keep the vibes high and ride our way into the New Year. Happy holidays, folks!