Many of you may remember the joy of the night before your birthday. You can't sleep because you're anxiously awaiting the long-awaited gifts, parties, people, and fun. As an adult, some of the magic of birthdays is often lost, especially when you have to celebrate a birthday alone. The possibility of being alone on your birthday-whether by choice or necessity-needs not necessarily cause you to be down. Read our advice on how to make the most of your own birthday, whether you decide to celebrate it at home or get away from it all.
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Part 1 of 2: Planning Your Celebration
Step 1. Estimate how much time you can devote to your celebration
Hardly anyone likes having to work on their birthday (even if you have a great job and coworkers), but as adults, most of us have to respond to the sound of an alarm and go to work even on our birthdays. Since you're preparing for your birthday, take a look at the calendar for the day to see how much time you can take for yourself.
- You may have to spend most of your special day working, but check your calendar to see if you can get out early to visit your favorite bakery or take a little extra time to linger over your breakfast at home.
- Of course, if you choose to wake up later in the morning-especially on your birthday, check to see if you can take a longer lunch or maybe leave a little earlier than usual.
- If you have a vacation or a private day available, consider using it on this special day.
Step 2. Consider escaping for your birthday
If you can, traveling alone out of town for your birthday celebration is a fantastic way to please yourself. Go where you want, and get some precious relaxing time. Traveling alone means you don't have to worry about coordinating schedules with other people, nor do you have to make compromises. If you've always wanted to laze on a sunny beach, but your traveling companions prefer a trip to the jungle, now's your chance to go anywhere and do whatever you really want.
- If possible, try to plan your trip a few weeks in advance to get the best deals. This includes determining transportation, making hotel reservations, and packing for your trip.
- It's always nice to come back to a favorite place, but don't rule out the possibility of going somewhere completely new.
Step 3. Check for special birthday offers
You may still not think that it's really cool to have a group of waitresses awkwardly sing you "Happy Birthday" (or maybe you think there's nothing wrong with that!), but that doesn't mean there aren't a number of special offers available to you. you to take advantage on birthdays. In the past, if you wanted to get a free dessert or coffee on your birthday, you had to say “Today is my birthday” and maybe show your ID. But now most businesses that provide special offers or savings on birthdays require you to register first.
- In the weeks and days leading up to your birthday, visit your favorite restaurant's website to see if they offer anything special on a customer's birthday. You may have to sign up to be on a mailing list or rather an email list.
- Or, don't be afraid to ask the counter directly (customer service) so you can personally find out if they have a special program for birthdays.
- Many restaurants or coffee shops (coffee houses, etc.) provide special offers for birthdays. But don't forget to check out other places, like your regular hairdresser or masseuse.
Step 4. Decide what you like as a gift
Just because you're planning on celebrating your birthday alone doesn't mean you should forget about gifts! Think of your birthday as a day to relax, get gifts, pamper and celebrate yourself-no day would be complete without gifts. Sure, it's (usually!) nice to be surprised when you receive a gift, but who among us hasn't feigned enthusiasm for a less-than-attractive birthday present? Well, the advantage of being the giver of the gift is that you can choose the gift you really want.
- You may decide that you want to save some gift shopping to do on your birthday, especially if you really enjoy browsing and shopping and want to include it as part of the celebration of the day.
- However, if you don't have time to shop for yourself on your birthday, or if the last thing you want to do in your precious free time is go shopping at the mall, make sure beforehand to pick something awesome for yourself, so you will have it on birthday.
- If you're shopping in a store, find out if the salesperson can help wrap it up. Yes, it may sound a little silly (It seems like you don't know what's in the package), but this is a good opportunity for you to enjoy the ritual of carefully unwrapping your chosen gift wrap.
- Alternatively, choose a special gift for yourself by buying it online, and be sure to arrange shipping so that it arrives before or on your birthday.
- Whatever you buy should certainly be weighed against your budget, but remember that you are worth the splurge. Try to pick something that you really want, that looks fun, and that will make you happy, even if it seems a little frivolous. Is there something that you secretly wish someone else would give you as a gift, that you even swore you wouldn't buy yourself? Be that other person and buy the thing you want for yourself on this very special day!
Step 5. Complete the plan the day before
If you are preparing for an important meeting or throwing a party, you should make sure to do the cleaning, shopping, choosing clothes, etc. before that special day. Your birthday is a special day too, and your goal is to make it as special and relaxing as possible.
- Clean up your house a day or two before your birthday. For most people, it's hard to relax in a messy state, and you need to make your home a fun place, especially for your birthday celebration.
- Bring the party atmosphere to your home: you can decorate it with ribbons and balloons, or simply brighten up the room with a small bunch of fresh flowers (a luxury you're unlikely to buy yourself on a regular basis), or it could be a few candles.
- Choose the clothes you will wear, the night before: choose clothes that are comfortable and make you feel good about yourself.
- If you're going to be having breakfast at home and/or bringing lunch to work, make arrangements the night before so you don't have to rush the next morning.
Part 2 of 2: Celebrating a Special Day
Step 1. Enjoy a special breakfast
On the morning of your birthday, treat yourself to something special. Even if you have to go to work, take a little extra time to make something special for yourself, such as French Toast. If you have prepared it the night before, surely you can enjoy the dish quickly.
Even if it's just toast and coffee in the morning, treat yourself to a more delicious drink than you normally drink every morning
Step 2. Take time to enjoy the outdoors on your birthday
As much of your time as possible should be an escape from the routine of your life. In search of ideas for making the best birthdays, consider finding ways to be outside enjoying the beauty of nature. Exercise and fresh air can help rejuvenate your body, and provide an opportunity to reflect on your life.
- Consider jogging around town, on a scenic trail near the house, or even walking further afield. You're sure to have a lot of fun on your favorite trail, but think about exploring new territory, whenever possible.
- You may also want to cycle around town. If you don't own a bike and happen to live in the city, find out if there may be a bike-sharing program around your house. Such programs are now becoming more and more common and offer an economical way of visiting their websites.
Step 3. Be yourself a date
What is your dream favorite date? Spending a nice evening lying on the couch watching old movies while enjoying your favorite food? Spend an afternoon relaxing at the museum? Shopping all day? Dinner at the best place in town?
In celebrating a birthday alone, you should be doing something you really want. So decide whether you want to stay at home or go out. Of the many activities, make sure you choose one that is relaxing and fun. Because the whole day is yours, so you don't have to worry about accommodating other people's tastes or preferences
Step 4. Eat whatever you want for dinner
One of the best things about your birthday is deciding what to eat. Of course, this is what it should be! If you celebrate birthdays with other people, maybe at the dinner table you will feel pressured because you have to adjust menu choices with other people. If you're celebrating alone, you're in for the last watch! When you want to enjoy a birthday cake and nothing else for dinner, no one will stop you!
- If you enjoy spending time in the kitchen, try fun classic recipes like sweet potatoes and pot roasts.
- You can also pre-record one of your favorite cooking shows, and try out new recipes. Cooking with the host chef can feel like a party (especially when you're cooking with a glass of wine!).
- If you don't feel like cooking or don't have time, you can order or go to your favorite restaurant. Make sure you're going to order something you want and enjoy-today it's all about you!
Step 5. Choose a dessert that is special and enjoyable
No birthday celebration is complete without some fun stuff. If you don't want to be tempted by a birthday cake that sits on the table all week, stop by the bakery for a cupcake or two with icing on top. You can even stick the words "Happy Birthday" on top of the icing.
- If baking is your idea, indulge yourself in a prepared dessert from scratch, such as cheesecake or French apricot tart.
- If you choose to go out for dessert, you can! If you're also planning to dine out, consider choosing a place that has a delicious dessert menu (don't be shy to let the waiter know it's your birthday-you might get dessert), but it's fun to go to another place to enjoy dessert, also coffee or wine.
- If something sweet isn't your thing, make another choice. For example, a cheese dish paired with wine, or anything you find enjoyable that you don't enjoy every day.
- If you're going to be celebrating your birthday alone because you've been separated from friends and family then it's an excellent time to meet and chat with them via FaceTime or Skype. Place a candle near the dessert and let someone else sing the song “Happy Birthday” to you.
Step 6. Relax and relax before going to bed
Since your birthday is over, find a way to relax and pamper yourself a little more. Take a steam bath or long soak in the tub (tub). Think of buying a new pajama that is very soft and relaxed, as a gift for yourself. Hopefully today is one of your best birthdays!
