What Does The Habit Of Decorating The Christmas Tree Early Say About A Person?
1- 12.11.2026, 10:46
There are five personality types.
People who start preparing for Christmas and New Year’s as early as fall share several common personality traits. And, as Grazia, it’s not impatience at all.
Many people want to add light and coziness to their homes in November, when the days are among the shortest of the year and it’s always cloudy outside. They feel the urge to bring out the string lights, Christmas tree ornaments, and decorations. For many, the very process of decorating their home and preparing for the holiday season is a necessary annual ritual.
A Danish study published in 2015 in the British Medical Journal showed that certain images activate specific areas of the brain in Christmas enthusiasts.
Scientists have dubbed these areas the “Christmas network” because they link emotions, memory, and empathy. Decorating the home early extends the time during which this “pleasure network” remains active.
According to many psychologists, anticipation is a response to difficulties. A beautifully decorated Christmas tree becomes a soothing anchor—a small space of order amid the chaos.
Psychologists analyzed the behavior of such people to understand what this reveals about their personalities. They identified five personality types.
The Gentle Narcissist. This person loves to surprise those around them. For such people, putting up a Christmas tree early is, above all, a matter of image. They want every detail to be perfect; they post photos and host themed parties: the tree becomes their personal stage.
The Nostalgic Child. For many, putting up an early Christmas tree is a journey into the past, into a childhood filled with memories. As soon as the first light comes on in the living room, it fills with the scents of oranges and pine cones; music begins to play, and memories of grandparents and gifts hidden in the closet come flooding back.
Psychologists believe that decorating your home early allows you to stay in touch with your inner child for longer. It’s a way to give free rein to the playful side of your personality.
The control freak. Then there are those who plan Christmas like a work project: gift lists starting in October, menus saved on their smartphones, a budget, and coordinated colors. Putting up the Christmas tree well before the holiday helps them feel that the situation is under control.
According to psychologists, this need for control increases during periods of historical uncertainty. It becomes a problem only if every unexpected event leads to a crisis.
The over-organized person. Others put up their Christmas tree early to instantly make their home cozier. They want friends, neighbors, or even complete strangers on social media to feel their warmth, generosity, and openness to socializing.
A study conducted in the U.S. showed that homes lavishly decorated for Christmas are perceived as more welcoming to people.
The happiness seeker. Finally, there are those who start preparing for the holiday season in November because they need emotional support. They’ve had a grueling year, they feel drained, and the lights in their homes become a kind of daily therapy for them.
Some university studies link decorating the home early to improved well-being and greater openness toward others.
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