🎄 12 Fun Ways to Use ChatGPT This Holiday Season
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Hi friends! ✨
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—magic in the air, cozy Hallmark nights, and to-do lists longer than Santa’s naughty-or-nice list. 😅 But this year, let’s take the stress out of the season with a little help from ChatGPT! 🤖
As the founder of the Women + AI Society, I’m all about making AI approachable and useful — not only in business, but in everyday life. Let’s have some fun!
🎶 On the first day of Christmas, ChatGPT gave to me… 🎶
1. Personalized Gift Ideas 🎁
ChatGPT has been my new go-to for gift recommendations. Just tell it a little about the recipients and their interests—age, books, hobbies, favorite colors—and let it generate unique ideas.
Prompt: “Make a list of 10 gift ideas for my teenage niece. She likes country music and gardening.”
ChatGPT might suggest items like a gardening journal, a DIY terrarium kit, or even a new album by her favorite country artist. (And if it suggests “a pet cactus,” you can always refine the results. 😂)
2. Holiday Meal Planning 🍽️
Whether you’re hosting a family feast or just need a quick festive dish for a potluck, AI-power can do the heavy lifting. You can even filter for dietary restrictions (gluten-free, nut-free, vegan—you name it).
Prompt:
“I’m hosting a holiday dinner for 10 people, include 5 adults and 5 school-age kids. Two guests are gluten-free. Create a festive but not too complicated menu with appetizers, main course, side dishes and two desserts. My husband loves pecan pie so I’d like that to be one of the dessert options. Also, I have frozen yams that I’d like to use along with baked beans in my pantry that I’d like to use up.”
ChatGPT will whip up ideas like roasted chicken, sweet potato mash, and baked beans with a holiday twist.
Bonus: You can follow up with a prompt asking it to create a shopping list organized by grocery store aisle. 🙌
3. Write Your Holiday Cards in Style 🎨
Tired of writing “Happy Holidays” 47 times? ChatGPT can help you craft heartfelt, funny, or even poetic messages that will make your cards stand out.
Prompt:
"Write a cheerful holiday card message for my coworkers. Keep it professional but warm and funny."
It’s like having your own personal Hallmark writer. Just add your signature and pop them in the mail!
4. Party Themes and Games 🥂
Throwing a holiday bash? Let ChatGPT help you plan the theme, games, and even quirky drink names.
Prompt:
"I’m hosting a holiday party for my friends. Can you suggest a creative theme, fun games, and festive cocktail names?"
ChatGPT might suggest a “Snow and Sip” theme with games like holiday charades and cocktails called “Frosty’s Mojito” or “Mistletoe Mule.” Your friends will be talking about your party for years. And, who doesn’t love a good party theme?
Don’t forget to send me an invitation!
5. Book List Suggestions 📚✨
I love to get lost in a few good books during the holidays—especially with a cozy blanket and a warm drink nearby. ChatGPT can help make it easy, particularly if you have specific preferences as to what format you prefer.
Prompt:
"Can you suggest a list of feel-good holiday books, one leadership title, and maybe one gripping mystery? Make sure they’re available in e-book or audiobook formats too!"
You’ll get a curated list that totally matches your holiday vibe.
6. Holiday Movie Recommendations 🎥
Feel like you’ve seen every holiday movie ever? Let ChatGPT suggest something new.
Prompt:
"Recommend holiday movies for a cozy night in with my family. We love feel-good comedies and want to try something new. We’ve seen the classics like Home Alone and Elf. Get creative! We prefer movies available to us on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.”
You’ll get a list of hidden gems, perfect for a night of fuzzy socks and hot cocoa. Plus, ChatGPT can even tell you where to stream them!
7. Create a New Holiday Tradition 🪄
Make this holiday season unforgettable by starting a new family tradition—co-created with ChatGPT.
Prompt:
"Help me create a fun new holiday tradition for my family (2 adults, 1 preschooler, 1 teenager, and 2 dogs). We love storytelling and spending time together."
ChatGPT might suggest a “story swap” night, a family cookie-decorating contest, or a DIY ornament craft day. This is such a fun exercise and you’ll be surprised at how creative ChatGPT can be!
8. Holiday Road Trip Help 🚗
Are you hitting the road this season? ChatGPT can help with everything from packing lists to finding the best time to set out on your journey. Here’s a prompt I like…
Prompt:
"I’m driving from A to B to visit family for the holidays. Can you suggest two stops along the way that would be interesting or fun for the kids and allow us to stretch our legs for a bit? Also, it would be ideal if it was a pretty backdrop for a family photo."
With refinement, you’ll get suggestions for outdoor play (like botanical gardens, playgrounds, and petting zoos), beautiful spots for family photos, or maybe even a quick history lesson.
9. Curate Your Holiday Playlist 🎶
Skip the same old songs and let ChatGPT curate a playlist that matches your holiday vibe.
Prompt:
"Create a 3-hour playlist of holiday songs for a party. It should be upbeat and include some classics and modern hits."
You’ll get a mix of Mariah Carey, Pentatonix, and maybe even a little Michael Bublé. Holiday perfection!
10. Bake with Confidence 🍪
Want to be the star of the cookie swap? I know you do! ChatGPT can guide you.
Prompt:
"I want to bake cookies for a holiday cookie swap. Can you suggest a unique recipe and include tips for making them foolproof? I want them to stand out from the crowd but I’m not the best baker."
ChatGPT might offer something like peppermint mocha cookies with step-by-step instructions that even I could follow.
11. Family Trivia 🎄
Family holiday debates: fun or stressful? Try holiday trivia, instead!
Prompt:
"What are some fun holiday trivia questions I can ask during dinner? We are hosting seniors, young adults, and a few children. Make it light-hearted and funny."
You’ll have everyone guessing the year Rudolph first appeared on TV or the origins of the candy cane. Cheers to peace and laughter!
12. Plan a Family Giving Project ❤️
Holidays are about giving, and ChatGPT can help you organize a meaningful way to give back as a family.
Prompt:
"Suggest ideas for a family volunteer project we can do together over the holidays. We’re a family of 2 adults and 3 school-age children. We especially love animals and baking. Prioritize volunteer opportunities that are within a 10 mile radius of our town."
From volunteering at a food bank to assembling care packages for shelters, ChatGPT will inspire you to make this season truly special—for your family and your community.
🎄 ...And a Merry, Stress-Free Holiday for Me!
ChatGPT can be your holiday co-pilot. If you loved these ideas, be sure to subscribe to Women + AI Society! We’re building a community of women who leverage AI to lead in business, career, and life (and have a lot of fun doing it).
Wishing you all the joy and sparkle this holiday season,
✨ Cheyenne ✨
Founder, Women + AI Society
In my sparkly holiday dress era. 👇
We used for our holiday cards this year! I wouldn’t say it saved a ton of time but was fun to
Try something different.