The Focus is on YOU This Christmas with These Acts of Self-Love here at SM Malls

The holiday season is here! It’s the festive season that everyone’s been waiting for. While it’s traditionally seen as a time for togetherness, it’s also the perfect opportunity to focus on you. You’ve been through so much this year: tough times at work… falling out with a friend? Maybe even reeling from a breakup. It’s a wonderful time to forget about the worries and just treat yourself to something good and fun. 

Celebrating your independence during Christmas is all about reconnecting with your happiness, indulging in self-care, and immersing yourself in festive vibes just the way you like it. Whether it’s treating yourself to new experiences or savoring the magic of the season, SM Supermalls has everything you need to create your own joyful holiday!

Pamper Yourself

Why not make this Christmas your ultimate self-care era? Taking the time to prioritize yourself is the gift that will surely keep on giving. 

Treat yourself to a well-deserved pampering sesh, like the Solemate treatment from Beauty & Butter.

Start with a relaxing massage to ease the year’s stress, or head to Beauty & Butter Nail Lounge for their Solemate Treatment! This luxurious pampering session includes a soothing foot soak, an exfoliating scrub, a complimentary massage, and a classic pedicure with your pick of premium nail polish. It’s self-care on a whole new level—because you deserve nothing less. 

The new you requires a new look and Bangs Prime Salon is the key to your transformation.

For a fresh start—especially with the new year also just around the corner—consider a bold new look! Book a haircut or a color refresh at Bangs Prime Salon to embrace your next chapter with style. You’ll feel like the main character in your own story—confident, radiant, and ready to take on the holidays. It’s all about celebrating the person you’ve become and stepping into the new year with positivity! 

Welcome to your self-love era—and it’s going to be iconic.

Let it Out, Let it Go

As Elle Woods once said in Legally Blonde, “Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy.” Translation? A little physical activity can go a long way in bringing those happy vibes back into your life. The holidays are a tie for joy, but they can also be a time for release: letting go of stress, pent-up energy, and anything that’s been weighing you down.

Smash the frustrations away at Whack N’ Win here at Timezone.

You can start by hitting up Timezone and loading up your Powercards—it’s the ultimate way to have fun and blow off some steam. Smash your frustration at the Whack N’ Win game, where you can pound away with a mallet and maybe even snag a prize while you’re at it. 

Shoot the ghosts of the past at House of the Dead also here at Timezone.

For a little adventure, try House of the Dead and channel your inner action hero. Take on virtual zombies and show them who’s boss—it’s an adrenaline-pumping way to keep your holiday energy high and your spirits even higher.

Kabahan ka na, Taylor Swift. It’s your time to sing your heart out here at Sound Stage.

Timezone also has the Sound Stage—where the fun happens, really. Step into their music studio and belt out your feels like a true pop star. Go full diva with Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” or channel your inner Olivia Rodrigo with “Good 4 U,” or pour your heart out with Billie Eilish’s “Happier Than Ever.” Feeling nostalgic? Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” is a classic. But when you’re ready to claim your comeback, close the show with your new anthems: Gloria Gaynor’s “I Will Survive” and Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off.”

Discover New Hobbies

The holidays are also the perfect chance to dive into new hobbies and passions that keep your mind busy and your heart happy. Maybe it’s finally splurging on those POPMART collectibles you’ve been eyeing or going all out on your BTS fangirl journey—lightstick in hand, playlists on repeat. 

Allow yourself to be surprised here at Gashapon Bandai Official.

But here’s a gem you *have* to try: the Gashapon Bandai Official stores at SM Mall of Asia and SM J Mall. These spots are a treasure trove of adorable collectibles that bring a mix of nostalgia, joy, and excitement. The best part? It’s like a mini adventure every time you twist the knob, waiting to see which surprise you’ll get. It’s not just about the cute toys—it’s about that rush of anticipation, the thrill of a surprise, and the small but mighty joy of adding something to your collection. Every twist of the knob, every joyful anticipation is a happy distraction and a reminder that sometimes, joy comes in unexpected packages.

Treat Yourself to Good Food

When life feels like a mess, your body’s running on empty, and your heart’s doing the absolute most, there’s nothing quite like comfort food to ground you. It’s the ultimate soul-soother, warming you from the inside out. Comfort food means different things to different people, but perhaps one that is always filling and worth every penny—and calorie!—is samgyupsal.

Treat yourself to some comfort food, like samgyupsal from Dongwon Garden.

There’s something about samgyup that brings that warm, communal vibe to the table. Grilling your own meat, wrapping it in lettuce, and pairing it with all those flavorful side dishes? It’s interactive, low-key therapeutic, and oh-so-satisfying, just like dining at Dongwon Garden. A place that has been offering K-BBQ since 2001, this is where you can enjoy the perfectly grilled meats paired with the freshest side dishes. All that good flavor bursting in your mouth is a surefire way to keep yourself from overthinking all the things that’s recently been causing stress in your life.

Have a culinary trip around the world at Vikings or DADS.

Feeling adventurous? Head to Vikings or DADS World Buffet for the ultimate treat-yourself experience. These buffets let you explore cuisines from all over the globe, with endless options to pile onto your plate. No judgment here—just pure indulgence.

The holidays come with a free pass to spoil yourself, and both samgyup and buffets let you do just that. You can eat to your heart’s content without holding back—and sometimes, that’s exactly the therapy you need.

Have Some Quiet Alone Time

After pampering yourself, sweating it out for those endorphins, indulging in retail therapy, and feasting on good food, take a moment to pause and reflect on the year that was. Hop on a gondola at the MOA Eye at SM By the Bay and embrace a little quiet time.

Revel in the silence and remind yourself that you will overcome this struggle

In that quiet space, give yourself time to breathe. let yourself breathe. Let yourself reflect on the year that’s passed and the bright future ahead. Acknowledge your journey, appreciate your growth, and embrace the solitude as a chance to recharge. It’s not just about escaping the noise—it’s about finding joy and meaning in your own company.

As you gaze at the horizon, the stunning Manila Bay sunset paints the sky in rich shades of blue, pink, and orange—a perfect reminder of your strength. Life may be tough, but so are you. You’ve weathered every challenge and proven that you can endure anything, emerging stronger and more victorious each time.

As you go through the motions of this holiday season—whether you’re thriving or just surviving—SM Supermalls is here to cheer you on, support you, and be your go-to place for whatever you need. You’ve got this, and we’ve got it all for you.

Here’s to a season of joy, self-love, and new beginnings!

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