Social Media Survival Guide: Tips for Solo Holidays and Quiet Days

Christmas is coming. Are you scared of being alone, seeing people having fun without you? I always have a love-hate relationship with December. It is loveable because it provides many opportunities for people meeting up while it is also hateable as it quantifies our network at the same time. What? We always hang out as a squad of three but now they are hanging out without me?? Those pictures just shocked and woke me up when I scrolled Instagram this morning. I instantly became an Instagram wallflower. This scenario must have repeated even more frequently during Christmas. Actually, the most straightforward method to avoid sadness is to make up a sociable image for yourself on social media. Keep your eyes on the below tip!

1. Take perfect social media photos of your shopping finds

Who says it is a must to do shopping with friends? Scared of shopping alone in crowded shopping malls? Luckily, technology has become the savior for lonely people.

Finished all your online shopping but wanted to share to more people about your purchase even if you did all your shopping online and alone on the sofa? Try this festive photo trick! Take aesthetic pictures of your online shopping haul, mix in products you bought earlier to make it seem like it is worth to buy it. Arrange everything in a cute flat-lay with holiday props like ribbons, gift bags, or boxes for that “shopping break” vibe. With a nice and right photos, your feed will look like you have been conquering every Christmas sale in town, even if the only place you went was checkout online!

2. Cafe hopping

There are many stylish cafes around where you can study, work or even just simply enjoy a quiet cup of tea away from the Christmas rush. If you’re looking for a peaceful hideout, cafe can be the perfect escape. Fun little trick, order a slice of cafe and grab a few extra forks for the table. With the right photo angle, everyone will assume you’re sharing dessert with friends, even if you’re happily enjoying every bite on your own!

3. Rent a hotel for a few hours and then Check-in

Have you ever seen the ‘instagrammable’ pictures showing people having coffee in front of the sea at the balcony? Not many have a huge space at home of course. They must have gone traveling. There are some platforms like Flow HK providing hotel rental services for a few hours only. When you take those ‘instagrammable ‘pictures at the hotel, people will then misunderstand you are traveling with family and friends. If you make up the check-in place on Instagram, the pictures will even become more trustworthy, What an easy deal!

4. Make good use of Silhouette

Have you ever seen those beautiful and emotional pictures showing a shadow standing in front of the falling sun? It is actually just a piece of cake to take those pictures. Once you find a spacious area, you can take the pictures with a tripod by yourself with your back facing the light. The greatest part is that you are taking your pictures in a spacious area. People will definitely underestimate your photography skills and think you are having a trip with family and friends.

Christmas is a festive season for people gathering together. While social media is full of festive posts. Instead of getting caught up in online comparisons, why not focus on making memories that truly matter? Take this initiative invite your loved ones and celebrate this season together!

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