Tag: christmas
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How Do You Celebrate Holidays? Exploring the Psychological and Social Significance of Holiday Traditions

The smell of pine trees, the twinkling lights, the gathering of families around a sumptuous dinner—these are just a few indicators that a holiday season is upon us. Holidays are a universal experience, yet the way we celebrate them can vary dramatically from person to person, culture to culture. But why do we engage in…
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Santa Claus is now 1,751 years old!

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Christmas as a kid? Very dangerous question indeed; you never know what this can uncover.. Yet, somehow, Santa Claus is often in the middle of it all; it can be the gifts under the tree, the arguments with your parents when you…
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HoHoHoliday Meltdown Time!

It is that time of the year! Ups and downs, shrieks of delight, and cries of anger can be heard throughout of our house during Christmas. These erratic mood swings, with the help of extra sugar, are not “magical” and can test any parent’s patience. Take away the emotion from the holiday season, and what…

