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Here Are Holiday Traditions to Start in Your 50s to Build New Memories

Here Are Holiday Traditions to Start in Your 50s to Build New Memories

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Holiday Traditions to Start in Your 50s

Starting holiday traditions when you are 50 is an opportunity to make memories that are meaningful and mark this important time in your life. 

It’s true that our feelings about the holidays often change as we get older. In fact, the focus shifts to enjoying what really matters, which are  family, friends, and the times that make us happy and thankful. 

This is also a time to think about the past while also enjoying the present, making new friends, and creating new memories. 

With new holiday traditions, you can give this special time of year more depth and excitement. Whether they are about giving, celebrating personal growth, or just finding new ways to connect with loved ones, these traditions can make your life and the lives of those around you better. 

Let’s take a look at some inspiring holiday traditions to start in your 50s that will add warmth, meaning, and joy to the season.

1. Host an Annual Storytelling Night

Storytelling Night

There’s something magical about gathering around and sharing stories during the holidays. Starting an annual storytelling night allows you to preserve family history, share personal experiences, and create laughter-filled memories. 

As part of this tradition, everyone is encouraged to share something, whether it is a story from their childhood, a big event from the past year, or even a funny story they made up. 

The great thing about this tradition is that anyone can take part—grandparents, grandchildren, friends, even neighbors. Over time, this get-together could become a memorable event that brings together people of all ages to keep traditions alive and value each person’s unique voice. 

Since it lets you reflect on your rich life and inspire others, hosting it in your 50s is especially meaningful.

2. Create a Holiday Recipe Book

Holiday Recipe Book

The holidays are synonymous with delicious food, and each family has recipes that define the season. When you are in your 50s, starting a holiday recipe book can become a meaningful and enjoyable addition to your holiday traditions.

First, collect your favorite recipes from family, friends, or even your own cooking experiments. Put them together in a beautiful book with personal notes, stories, or pictures that show what each dish is all about. 

Each year, you can add new entries, ensuring the book evolves alongside your life. When you share the finished product with family and friends at a holiday gathering, it can start a conversation, get people thinking about new ways to use these recipes, and make sure they are passed down for generations. 

Each dish has a story and love behind it, and this tradition is not just about the food.

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3. Plan a Volunteer Day

Volunteering

Giving back during the holidays is a tradition that brings unparalleled joy and fulfillment. When you are in your 50s, giving back to the community can become a meaningful way to celebrate the season. 

Whether you choose to help at a local food bank, organize a toy drive, or visit a retirement home, this tradition shifts the focus from material gifts to the gift of time and compassion. 

Volunteering is also a wonderful opportunity to involve family and friends, making it a shared experience that strengthens bonds. The act of giving back also fosters a deep sense of gratitude and purpose. 

This tradition will become an important part of your holiday celebrations over time, reminding everyone of the true meaning of the season.

READ ALSO: 10 Classic Thanksgiving Traditions with a Modern Twist for 2024

4. Get a Gratitude Jar

Gratitude Jar

A gratitude jar is a simple yet profound tradition that can bring more meaning to your holiday season. As part of your holiday traditions to start in your 50s, it offers a way to reflect on life’s blessings and deepen the joy of the holidays.

Each day in December, write down something you’re grateful for and place it in the jar. These notes can capture small, meaningful moments, like a kind word from a friend, or larger blessings, such as the health and happiness of your family.

On Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve, gather your loved ones and take turns reading the notes aloud. This heartwarming ritual creates an atmosphere of gratitude and joy, fostering connection and appreciation.

Starting this tradition in your 50s celebrates the everyday beauty in life and inspires others to do the same. Over the years, your gratitude jar will become a cherished keepsake, filled with reminders of the love, joy, and blessings that surround you.

5. Organize a Holiday Travel Tradition

Going to new places can be a fun and relaxing way to spend the holidays. Making travel a tradition can be especially fun when you are in your 50s and life gives you more freedom and flexibility. 

Whether you go to a cozy cabin in the mountains once a year, a sunny beach, or a new city for the first time, holiday travel lets you get away from the everyday and have experiences you will never forget. 

You can learn about other cultures and their holiday traditions while traveling during the holidays, which will make your own celebrations more enjoyable. 

Sharing these adventures with family or friends makes the experience even more meaningful, ensuring each trip becomes a cherished memory.

READ ALSO: Top Travel Tips for Women Over 50 to Stay Healthy on Vacation

6. Start a Personalized Ornament Tradition

Ornament Tradition

When you make personalized ornaments every year, decorating the tree can take on a whole new meaning. 

Choose or make an ornament every year that reminds you of something important that happened or something you accomplished personally that year. 

Over time, your tree becomes a visual timeline of your life, filled with memories and stories. Ask your family to join in on this tradition by adding their own ornaments. This will create a heartfelt holiday tradition that everyone can enjoy.

This tradition for women in their 50s celebrates the unique journey they have been on while looking forward to the years to come.

7. Host a Friendsgiving Celebration

While Thanksgiving often centers on family, dedicating a separate day to celebrate with friends can bring even more joy to the season. 

When you are in your 50s, friendships become more important, and Friendsgiving is a great way to celebrate them. 

Hosting a potluck-style meal ensures everyone contributes, making it a collaborative and inclusive event. 

Sharing laughter, stories, and delicious food with your chosen family becomes a highlight of the season. 

Friendsgiving should become an essential part of your holiday traditions to start in your 50s, as it’s a beautiful way to celebrate the friends who bring light and joy into your life, strengthening those bonds year after year.

READ ALSO: Thankful for Friendships: How To Build and Cherish Relationships Over 50

8. Set a Yearly Goal for Personal Growth

One way to make the holidays more meaningful and inspiring is to include personal growth in your holiday traditions to start in your 50s. Choose a goal that fits with your values and aspirations every year. This could be learning a new skill, achieving a fitness goal, or dedicating more time to a project you are passionate about. 

Reflect on your progress during the holiday season and celebrate your achievements. Starting this tradition when you are 50 years old shows that learning and growing are things you do for the rest of your life. 

Sharing your goals and successes with people you care about can also motivate them to go after their own dreams, creating a tradition based on support and encouragement.

Closing Thoughts

Starting holiday traditions when you are in your 50s can give the season new meaning, joy, and connection.

 These traditions are about honoring your journey, building memories, and creating a legacy of love and togetherness. 

Whether through storytelling, volunteering, or personal reflection, these traditions enrich the season and make every moment more meaningful. 

Start now, and let this chapter of your life be filled with warmth, intention, and cherished holiday memories.

Happy Holidays!

♡ Love ♡,

Schellea

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We’ll go through 15 energizing exercises:
45 seconds of movement, followed by 15 seconds of walking recovery. Each move is low-impact, joint-friendly, and requires no equipment — perfect if you're over 50 and want results without the jumping.

But here’s what makes this workout different...

What’s the Brain Boost?
During the workout, we’ll incorporate a simple cognitive drill inspired by the Stroop Test — a scientifically proven way to improve brain function.

The Stroop Test challenges your brain to process conflicting information — like seeing the word “blue” written in red text and having to say the ink color instead of the word. This creates a healthy level of cognitive stress that strengthens your prefrontal cortex, improves reaction time, and supports memory, focus, and brain flexibility — especially important as we age.

Why Combine This With Exercise?
Movement increases blood flow to the brain. When you pair aerobic activity with brain challenges, it amplifies the brain’s ability to grow and adapt. This is called dual-task training, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent cognitive decline and promote healthy aging.

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Brain activation with Stroop-inspired drills
Exercises tailored for women over 50
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A total-body approach to physical and cognitive health

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0:30 - Warm-Up: Toe Taps with Arm Circles
1:17 - Brain Training Stroop Test Explanation
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2:30 - Walking with Arm Raises & Alternating Forward/Back Steps
3:30 - Walking with Overhead Raises & Side Steps with Arm Extensions
4:30 - Standing Chest Opener to Lateral Extension Sequence
5:30 - Side Steps with Diagonal Arm Crosses for Fat Burning
6:30 - Alternating Knee Raises with Synchronized Arm Pulls
7:30 - Alternating Back Steps with Rhythmic Arm Swings
8:30 - Squat with Overhead Reach to Standing March Transition
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After retiring at 50 in 2016, Schellea’s passion for continuous growth led her to pursue further qualifications, becoming a certified fitness instructor and personal trainer specializing in exercise and brain health for older adults. Through Fabulous50s, Schellea continues her mission of inspiring women to embrace and celebrate every phase of life with confidence and vitality.

Her diverse qualifications reflect her commitment to holistic well-being, including a Neuro Athletics Coaching Certificate (NACC) from Neuro Athletics, Meditation Teacher Training from Yoga Coach, Fashion Styling certification from the Australian Style Institute, and Advanced Personal Colour Analysis from AOPI.

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