The materialistic orgy that Christmas has become deeply saddens me.
There is this competition between adults in any family to see who can buy their parents/grandparents/aunts/uncles the best, most expensive gift or to see who can outdo the other in gifts among themselves.
The focus of Christmas has become consumerism which is basically the exact opposite of the teachings of Jesus.
I’m not religious person by any means, but it seems really hypocritical to celebrate the life of a guy who preached against greed and materialism by focusing on materialism.
Just an advice: Never get into debt trying to show people you care… Don’t get sucked into consumerism. Your time and presence is so much more precious than any present.
Voyager of freedom 
Well said, Nadine. It seems that all holidays are now mired in conspicuous consumerism. It’s become a place where companies can extort money from people.
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Yup, sadly most holidays are becoming celebration of consumerism: Christmas, Easter, mother’s day, father’s day, etc Everyone like to give and receive gifts but I think we should select gifts that the others really need or want, or we can make donations in their names.
Rob, I wish you a Merry Christmas for you and your loved ones ❤
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I quite agree. This year there will be only one person with whom I shall be exchanging gifts.
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And that’s a wise decision =) The process of selecting gifts for many persons is really hectic and stressful, minimizing the list of people who will receive gifts is healthy for both one’s mind and pocket
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas for you and your loved ones ❤
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Thank you.
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