Having an elder sister or brother is not less than a blessing. Siblings are always there to make you feel special and loved. From childhood, siblings used to fight over silly things like hiding TV remotes, fighting for the last sweet in the box, but they can be protective at the same time. A sibling bond is as pious as river Ganga and as unbreakable as a Diamond. A brother motivates his sister, guides her, and acts as her sister’s superhero. But not everyone is blessed with a brother/sister, and if you are a single kid in your home, you might not relate all these things and feel useless. And Raksha Bandhan, the most awaited festival for siblings, might appear as an ordinary day for the single child. Many of the sisters are busy buying designer rakhis for their superhero Bro; single sisters would spend their day surfing social media sites during Eve. Many brothers will buy fascinating return gifts for their sister, while single brother will spend their day with no excitement. But Raksha Bandhan can be between any two siblings as a bond of love, care, and affection, not necessarily between a brother and a sister only.

Rakhi celebration for single child Girl

If as a girl you don’t have a brother then you don’t need to be disheartened because in Hindu religion we have solution for every problem and in case of this problem you can tie to Rakhi to your other male relatives. Normally a sister ties Rakhi to:

Cousin Brother: There is no difference in a brother and cousin as one can say that cousin is our own blood as well so its natural that you tie Rakhi on your cousin’s hand.

Brother-in-law: Your sister’s husband is your brother by law and by feelings so strengthen this relationship with a thread of Rakhi and make it more official.

Ganesha, Krishna, or any other deity: God can carry any relationship with ease as he can be your parental figure, friend, and your big brother. So, on the day of Raksha Bandhan tie Rakhi on the wrist of your loved god.

Young uncle: Chacha and mama are like our big brother as they protective and like to tease us so tying them Rakhi comes naturally. They would also feel loved and special with this little gesture.

Muh bola Bhai (friend or neighbor): Being brother and sister is not just birth, one can share this sacred relationship by having pure feeling for each other so a sister can make muh bola bhai and celebrate the festival with him.

Father: A girl who have father lacks nothing, father can be your friend, teacher, and brother and him being all protective about you make him a perfect candidate for Rakhi.

Rakhi celebration from Single child Boy

Having a bare wrist on Rakhi sounds very depressing and brother who don’t have  sisters know this feeling very well. But there are many other girls who can tie you Rakhi some of those girls are:

Cousin sister: Sisters are sister whether they are cousins or your real sister. As a sister its in their blood to care about you so getting your Rakhi tied by cousin is no less special.

Sister in Law: Law recoganize your sister in law as your sister so what is stopping you from accepting her Rakhi.

Young aunt: In certain parts of India bua and massi do send Rakhi to their Bhanja and bhatija so getting Rakhi from your aunt could be very sweet and emotional.

Muh boli behen: Brother by love are always more treasures than brother by blood so if you don’t have a muh boli behen then you are missing out big time and like guys, girls never resist the relationship of brother from a friend.

Mother: In Hinduism mother have been given the title of god so her being a sister is not that big of deal. A mother praying for your long life and you wanting to protect her is something always comes naturally so Mother tying Rakhi to son is very common.

Celebration of Raksha Bandhan in single child style

In India, a single brother ties Rakhi to their mother as a symbol of love, as the mother protects their kid from all odds, and a single girl child ties Rakhi to their father. If you are a single kid having no sibling, then this writer is definitely for you; kindly check out the ideas( https://www.rakhi.in/kids-rakhi.html ) I have shared here:

1. Party with your Pa-Ma(Father-Mother)

The only love in the world which is true and comes without any terms and conditions is of Parents. Our parents are there for us; they always support us in our ups and downs and motivate us to grow more. Our parents are the ones who have shaped and helped us to be unique and exciting people. So, why cannot we celebrate Raksha Bandhan with them? Raksha Bandhan means a knot of protection, and I think Parent’s blessings and love protect us from all bad omens and evils. This Rakhi festive season, celebrate the pious festival with your parents and gift them incredible gifts as a token of unconditional and pure love.

2. Celebrate the auspicious day with your BFF

Best Friends Forever(BFF) is not less than your brother/sister. They are like brothers/sisters from another mother. After all, the Rakhi thread symbolizes protection, and our best friend always saves us from trouble. If we have like someone we share with them, and even our heartbreaks, they often hide our dark secrets. And this festive season, if you have your Jai, then be his Veeru, tie Rakhi and celebrate Raksha Bandhan with him with great excitement.

3. Celebrating with Soldiers

Soldiers are the pride of any country, and we have an emotional attachment with all our Fauji Bhai, protecting us from the outside alien enemies. While most of the crowd busy celebrating Raksha Bandhan with their siblings, you can visit your nearby Army Cantt., tie the sacred rakhi thread on the soldier’s hand and celebrate the day with zest. I can bet you would indeed feel amazing by celebrating the Eve with the Armed forces.

4. Watch your favorite Web-Series

If you do not love to go out, watching your favorite web series can be a fantastic idea. On this day, many of the sisters are busy buying rakhi gifts for their brother. You should get going with your resumed TV series. Complete the pending episodes along with the bunch of snacks and desserts; you can also spend time with your friends who are like you. Invite them to your place and organize a reunion party.

5. Adopt a Pet.

If you are missing a sibling, then adopting a pet can be a unique decision. Adopting a pet comes under social work; giving home, food, and love to an animal is a noble task. Bring in a dog or a cat or any other pet at your place, and they will be there with you to enjoy and have fun with you. You both will get a new friend in each other’s life. This Raksha Bandhan, do something great, be kind, welcome a new life by giving a special place in your heart.

6. Visit your favorite place

If you love adventures and planning to visit your favorite place, then this Raksha Bandhan accomplishes your plan and enjoys your trip. Also, if you have some friends who have no siblings, you can make a group trip to Shimla, Manali, or Leh-Ladakh. I would love to make a trip to Kedarnath, with those captivating looks and marvelous scenery. Celebrate the day with super excitement.

7. Go shopping

Shopping can be a therapeutic experience, and it is a great stress-buster and leisure activity for many. Shopping gives you immense pleasure as we get by eating our favorite cuisine or chocolates. Researchers have proved that shopping can help reinforce a sense of personal control over our environment. So, this Rakhi season, go out, shop for yourself, and make your day on your own.

Conclusions

So, here were some ways by which you all can celebrate the Raksha Bandhan. You indeed do not have siblings, but you have much more than that in the form of your friends, parents, and other loved ones in your life. Celebrate the Eve with great excitement and live your life like a King. Live happily and laugh openly. Happy Raksha Bandhan to all !!