If you think decorating the Christmas tree is just another pastime, prepare to change your mind. According to science, those who decorate the Christmas tree early are happier than average.

Christmas and the period leading up to it evoke strong emotions and feelings in people. Some people love it excessively, while others, for more or less conscious reasons, feel sad or suffer. This is because this period can release feelings and needs that we often don't want to show.

Recalling Childhood

Christmas reminds us of our childhood, the happy moments with family, smiles, and hugs that remain imprinted in our minds and hearts.

According to psychologist Steve McKeown, those who decorate their homes early help to bring back the child within them and are typically those who can better live out their emotions.

He asserts that putting up the Christmas tree sets aside the stress of adult life, has the power to multiply enthusiasm, and makes us feel like children again.If you haven't done so yet, it's time to decorate your tree and relieve stress.

Hanging Christmas decorations and admiring them later immediately increases the happiness hormone, dopamine.

Decorating the House

By decorating our front door, we transmit more sympathy and solidarity. A study in the Journal of Environmental Psychology revealed that outdoor Christmas decorations make us seem more pleasant and sociable, and perhaps Christmas can bring us new friends.

The Christmas atmosphere reconnects us with loved ones, especially through decorations in our homes, creating a connection and helping us feel closer to them and relive past moments together.

All these positive feelings will only make us feel better, happier, and enhance our daily well-being.

Finally, we have a good explanation to show off our beloved Christmas decorations early without fear of being seen as excessive, even if you put a giant Santa Claus next to your tree.

As for the best time to take down the tree and Christmas decorations, tradition says to wait until the arrival of the Three Wise Men on January 6th, 12 days after Christmas.

In reality, there are no rules or studies on the matter, so enjoy the season, follow your heart, and if the date and family tradition bring comfort and happiness, that's what we should follow.

By jbanaggia