Does anyone Miss the Days of a More Traditional Christmas?

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ashakantasharma · Accepted Answer

Yes, many people do miss the days of a more traditional Christmas, especially as the holiday has become more commercialized and fast-paced in recent decades. "Traditional Christmas" can mean different things to different people, but it often evokes images of simpler, more intimate celebrations, focused on family, religious observances, and a slower, more reflective holiday spirit. Some aspects of the traditional Christmas that people may miss include:

Family Togetherness: For many, Christmas was a time when families would come together, often for extended periods, to celebrate. With the busy nature of modern life, people may long for the sense of connection that those older traditions brought—less distraction, more conversation, and quality time.
Handmade Decorations & Gifts: In the past, there was a lot of emphasis on handmade gifts or decorations. People would make their own ornaments or baked goods, and gifts were often more personal or practical, rather than mass-produced or overly commercial. The nostalgia of crafting something special for loved ones feels more meaningful for some.
Religious Traditions: For those who grew up in more religious households, the traditional Christmas was focused on the religious aspects—attending church services, advent calendars, nativity scenes, and remembering the story of Jesus' birth. As Christmas has become more secularized in many parts of the world, some miss the spiritual connection and meaning it once held.
Slower Pace: In the past, Christmas was a time when people seemed to pause more. Shops weren’t open on Christmas Day, and there was less emphasis on consumerism. The hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, online sales, and the pressure to have "the perfect holiday" can make some long for a simpler, more laid-back Christmas.
Traditional Meals and Recipes: The holiday meals—whether it was a particular type of food, a family recipe passed down, or a certain way of preparing things—held a lot of significance for many people. These rituals of preparing and sharing a meal with loved ones were central to a traditional Christmas and can feel more meaningful than the more commercialized celebrations of today.

TonyMetal___86 · Accepted Answer

Yes, i miss it a lot!

Middle_Sch_Whirl_Grl · Accepted Answer

Everything seemed real magical and having all the family visit was part of it.

I think a lot of it has to do with getting older. It will feel like that again when I have kids of my own but that's not for a long time yet lol.

thegreenyogi · Accepted Answer

I certainly do. Xx

exitseven · Answer

iI miss the Christmases I had when I was a little kid. I would get to see my cousins that I hardly ever saw and we always had fun. One of my uncles worked for the theater and could get us tickets for any show that was in town. We would see a play or a concert. One year we all went to see the Rolling Stones and sat right up front. Then we had all the food and cool presents.

AviatorTom · Answer

When I was a kid, growing up, and when I had young children, Christmas was a time for families to spend together, exchange simple gifts, sing carols and play games. Now, it's become so commercialized (stores start stocking Christmas things in the middle of Summer). It's nice to remember the old traditional days, yet knowing that they are gone forever.

WindAtMyBack · Answer

I really miss the nativity scenes. A lot of shopping centers had them out in the parking lots. They usually had soft Christmas music playing. Sometimes they had live actors for Joseph and Mary, and maybe even the wise men. Sometimes they had live lambs that the children could pat. People were quiet and respectful. It was very peaceful.

I also miss the fancy window displays. There were no malls when I was a kid. People went downtown to shop. All the stores downtown had big window displays. One store in particular had about 80-100 feet of windows filled with running trains, moving elves, reindeer, sleighs and falling snow. You could stare at it for an hour and still not see everything.

We usually took the bus downtown. I remember all the people trying to squeeze down the aisle with their packages. The bus was full of packages on the return trip. I can almost still hear the paper crackling as people made their way down the aisle.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

I attend many parties earlier in the month but on Christmas Eve, I am at church at 10:30 pm, singing in the church choir, lighting a candle and singing Silent Night at midnight.

Massageman · Answer

Yes. So much AI crap, automated ordering (not casual shopping), delivered food (not sitting down for a reasonably priced meal), cheap Temu garbage, etc.

TrueConfection · Answer

Yes! I miss Christmas parades, Christmas carolers, Christmas tree lightings, Christmas parties, and local Christmas celebrations. Now we have Seasonal Lightings, Winter concerts, and Holiday fairs.

Apple1996 · Answer

Nah I prefer how chill Christmas is now

Likes2drive · Answer

Not really now but I miss how exciting Christmas was for me when I was a kid and when my kids were little. Now it just seems like it’s a chore and commercialized so I’m not into anymore like I should be

Iron_Man · Answer

Yes there was never any Denny’s back then we didn’t need to go there. I had much better options. Now I’m alone I have no choice either that sit at home and eat a hungry man crappy Turkey TV dinner. But I can tell you, Dennys wasn’t much better at Thanksgiving compared to that crappy TV dinner but at least I’m getting out of the house

lorenzomichael · Answer

I don’t know about that, but I missed the days when I was a kid and Christmas came along. I ended up getting everything I wanted. Yeah, I was spoiled. Ain’t my fault.

slatyb · Answer

More traditional? It used to be a raucous celebration. Is that what you mean?

Med_guy1978 · Answer

Definitely! It has become very commercial and people seem to have forgotten what Christmas really is.

PeterLegg91 · Answer

people these days have lost the feeling and spirit of Christmas I think re-state//background_color_rgba (0, 0, 0, 0), font_color_rgb (77, 77, 77), justifyLeft

Wiredone · Answer

We still try to keep it traditional. This year it will be totally different unfortunately

Crazzyyworld · Answer

All these fuck boys and material girls would care?

Chloe1225 · Answer

Going to my grandparents from my dad side making Gingerbread House.

shortster · Answer

I just miss spending all day with family on Christmas.

RSav4013 · Answer

I do, my extended family doesn't really get together any more and I miss the times when we all did.

CubaPirate · Answer

Absolutely 💯 % it over commercialised and it all starts for too soon in my opinion

Lynx122 · Answer

It's still pretty traditional here :)

SquishyBuns2628 · Answer

Its really for young children that still believe in ol Saint Nick, young couples (early 20s) and families. Traditional Christmas depends on the family's culture as well.

DJB72 · Answer

Definitely. These days it's all "Christians burning on an open pyre" or "I saw three ships come sailing in, with French coastguards, And Starmer's balls"

NewWaves · Answer

What is a more tradition Christmas to you?

andreasderjuengere · Answer

And what exactly is a ''traditional'' Christmas, Paris? A sheepfold turned into a hotel? :D

HighValue · Answer

I miss more traditional morals that VERY few people have anymore.

MoonFace2 · Answer

Yes, I would wish if we weren’t having one, a traditional Christmas meal.

Aimée__LJ · Answer

I prefer to do things non traditionally it's more fun switching things up

MisfitsLover92 · Answer

Yes, I miss my Grandmas

es20490446e · Answer

Maybe it is due what you are doing yourself.

PsychicBoobs · Answer

I visit Europe often. So thankfully I get my fill.

Staximus · Answer

Yeah but most of my family is dead

Jupiter1 · Answer

Yes, I want Christmas to be “re-traditionalized” and be de-materialized, de-commercialized and de-capitalized.

OddBeMe · Answer

I'm not sure what that means. Like sacrificing a protestant?

ilkeerol28 · Answer

It's time for operation to make people happy.

Jmmmfi4 · Answer

WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN

lifetimefitness · Answer

The last good Christmas I had was 2020

clampfan101 · Answer

Definitely.

Insecure2 · Answer

Yes, I miss those. Especially, the snów.

beefcakebradybatson · Answer

Kinda.

XXblack88 · Answer

In some ways yeah.

Anastasia06 · Answer

Opening gifts at midnight.

Betülyesta · Answer

forget nostalgia

DtMe89 · Answer

As a jew, no

WowGIrl4ever · Answer

Yesss,

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