As winter is fast approaching, people are thinking about how they’re going to spend the holidays. This has been quite a year, and many of us are ready for the next chapter to begin. Consider the following New Years' ideas to liven up your shindig.

As we get older, things change, our bodies don’t bounce back as quickly after drinking and staying up late, our schedules make it difficult to get out, and some people just plain don’t like parties at all. So what can you do if you want to be social but you don’t want to deal with the social awkwardness, excessive drinking, and loud music that parties tend to bring with them? Read on for tips on how to socialize without ruining your night.