Why put ourselves through all the Christmas pressures? Hasn't this time of year reached a ridiculous stage when everyone feels they just has to buy the best presents because the media is telling us to do so? Isn't this madness!!
(Please if you're going to be rude about it don't waste your time, this is actually quite serious stuff.)
2007-02-08 23:45:35 · 43 answers · asked by Liz S 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I agree, it is serious. The commercialism is ridiculous. It is a stressful time. I don't believe that many adults really enjoy it they just think that they are supposed to so they put on an act. I do enjoy getting together with family. But I have Fibromyalgia and getting a large meal put together is difficult, even with help. The average American cannot afford christmas.
I remember when I was in the third grade after coming back from christmas vacation the teacher asked every child to stand up in front of the class and tell what they got for xmas. My parents were not wealthy but we always had a good xmas. I will never forget one little boy who stood up and said "I got a red truck" That was all he got. He looked so sad and embarrassed. He did not even look up when he said it. I personally do not think that xmas is an emotionally healthy holiday
2007-02-08 23:56:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 3⤋
If Christmas was celebrated as it was meant to be, as a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ,
I don't think anyone is twisting your arm to make or buy any gifts ect,
I celabrate it as JESUS birthday, however also I allow my kids to have some gifts too, but in showing an act of love and they are taught it doesnt matter the type of gifts as long as its from the heart, and the gift of giving not a gift of taken.
If it is a waste your time, Dont celabrate it
dont go to the stores and buy gifts for your loved ones, thats your chlice,
I do agree that Christmas has become more marterialized and dont care very much about that, i do get offended when people Write Xmas instead of Christmas Leaving out Christ, who is the reason for Christmas in JESUS CHRIST
HIS birthDAY
Im not being rude, Im answering the question, you take it the way you like.
I dont buy gifts because the media tells me to,
I do it because I love giving to others
we as a family try to buy gifts & give to those who dont have much, and we give things my kids out grow as well to shelters for other kids who dont have much or dont have any at all
it doesnt have to be a toy
it can be just a visit and a cup of coffee or tea with someone or a blanket to keep warm, or a simple card so they know someone cares about them too
JESUS IS love and His love should be shared
HIS GIFT IS eternal LIFE in HEAVEN
HE paid the Price for OUR SINS
2007-02-09 00:42:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
From a business point of view, this is consider a loss or a libilitiy if there is nothing to sell to customers who needs them.
It does help to plan out on paper what is required and how much it will cost during the year and find good sale or discount to save the hassles if you would be more committed and reduced stress.
Once you got the routine, then it becomes repeative. This is better than just a vocher. Try using Kriss Krysal as an alterative where each member of the family picks out a name from a hat and that person will buy that give at a reasonable price.
2007-02-09 00:03:44 · answer #3 · answered by Psionic2006 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
er no...who cares how much you spend on someone, if a relative expects a certain amount of money spent on them then tell them to buy their own presents. No one should feel pressured to spend any more than they can, Christmas has only become this way because people have become too easily influenced. You need to make a stand and say to people that you cannot afford to spend a lot of money this Christmas, and give them a small but meaningful gift. You have just let yourself get too involved with it, Christmas was never about the presents in years gone by, most people got an orange and a few nuts in their stocking and were grateful for that. Christmas was about Jesus birth, and about going to church and spending time with your family, not how much money you have to spend and colour co-ordinating your wrapping paper with the decorations.
2007-02-09 00:02:14 · answer #4 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You simply need to figure out what Christmas means to you and then live accordingly. You cannot continue to blame the media and social pressures when you overdo it. You are the one doing the shopping, and putting the pressure on yourself.
While the season is behind you, simply make of a list of the things you like and the things you don't like. Say for instance you don't like getting alot of gifts, or alot of expensive gifts, contact everyone who usually gives things to you and tell them that you feel you have enough things and would like to have donations in your name to your favorite charity. Pick a charity, give the person the contact information or even the web link.
You can do the same with people you normally give gifts to. Simply explain that you are going to be either donating to charity in their name (ask which one they would prefer), or giving them small thoughtful handmade gifts.
Cut out things that cause you stress and keep the things that are the most rewarding.
And in closing, one last thought. If you didn't expose yourself to that "media" you are blaming for your own weakness, you wouldn't have a problem. Stay off the computer, get rid of your TV, don't shop. You are only a victim of the media if you allow yourself to be.
2007-02-09 00:47:54 · answer #5 · answered by tjnstlouismo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its up to you to take the good things and leave the bad in everything including Christmas.
You do not need to be materialistic and go with the flaw. You can always celebrate the meaning of Christmas the way it is symbolized for you and your family.
It would be very extreme to ban Christmas. We do not need to go to extremes. Think of all the children in the world and how unhappy that would make them...
But I agree with you to some extent. This get out of control sometimes and people get greedy and materialistic, loosing the beautiful and loving meaning of Christmas.
2007-02-08 23:56:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No of course not, I have to admit I have my bar humbug moments but overall Christmas is great fun. I don't feel that there is too much media pressure to buy certain gifts and generally don't take note. I assume though you'd be talking from a parents perspective and the advertising aimed at kids toys, since I'm not a parent though I can't judge how it affects you.
2007-02-08 23:59:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Then dont bow to the pressure simple as that ... I luv christmas , my kids love christmas , its a wonderful time to spend with family and friends .. if u dont like it then dont celebrate it , but dont expect everyone to feel the same as u do ! I am not being rude 2 u either its a serious answer ...
2007-02-08 23:57:09 · answer #8 · answered by jizzumonkey 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not everyone celebrates Christmas for presents and partying!
It is a time for loved ones and friends to get together and be grateful. Not everyone is so absorbed into the materialism of what 'modern' Christmas is about.
The whole season is to forgive and spend quality time together.
2007-02-09 02:26:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think Christmas should be banned but if you feel that strongly about the gift giving part of it then you might consider becoming a Jehovah's Witness. They don't believe in celebrating any holidays so no gift giving is required or expected.
2007-02-09 01:59:57 · answer #10 · answered by Coop's Wife 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋