Holidationship
A limited-run, seasonal relationship entered exclusively for the holiday stretch. Two emotionally unavailable people agree to be each other’s festive plus-one so they can avoid looking like a lonely houseplant while everyone else couples up. Activities may include: aggressively holding hands at Christmas markets, kissing under mistletoe like you’re starring in a discount rom-com, and securing a guaranteed New Year’s kiss without emotional debt.
Both parties are fully aware that this expires once the holiday lights come down. No expectations, no false hope, no “what are we?” talks. It’s not a hookup that leaves you feeling empty, not a situationship where someone inevitably catches feelings, and definitely not Friends With Benefits. It’s a temporary subscription to companionship for the sake of fun, warmth, and cute memories. After New Year’s, you “promise to stay in touch,” and then never do.
Both parties are fully aware that this expires once the holiday lights come down. No expectations, no false hope, no “what are we?” talks. It’s not a hookup that leaves you feeling empty, not a situationship where someone inevitably catches feelings, and definitely not Friends With Benefits. It’s a temporary subscription to companionship for the sake of fun, warmth, and cute memories. After New Year’s, you “promise to stay in touch,” and then never do.
“Don’t worry, I’m not catching feelings. He’s just my holidationship. Expiration date: January 2nd, right after the hangover.”
Holidationship by thevellikudi November 7, 2025
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