My partner and I used to love throwing our annual holiday party but the last two years it's felt like we're just going through the motions and afterwards we both collapse exhausted instead of feeling that glow we used to get from bringing everyone together. We keep planning it because people expect it but neither of us can admit we might want to stop or do something completely different.
More people experience this than they realize.
The ritual has become empty performance, but the fear of disappointing others prevents honest conversation about what celebration actually means to you now.
“Where Are You with Festivals and celebrations?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.