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[quote=Anonymous]NP. You aren’t setting a bad example provided you are comfortable in what you are doing and aren’t denigrating others. It’s totally fine to have a mellow tradition of movies and Chinese food or a limited visit with in-laws. The holidays can be done successfully in many different ways, some quieter than others.

What you do need to watch out for is telegraphing your “hate” for the holidays and possible derogation of people who do enjoy them. “Hate” is a pretty strong word to use for something that many people find deeply meaningful. I can’t tell from your OP whether you actually hate the existence of the holidays and look down on people who celebrate, or if that was just a shorthand for saying you don’t tend to have big celebrations. It’s okay to not have big celebrations, it’s okay to just celebrate quietly with family or not celebrate at all, but it’s not okay to hold yourself out as better for that decision. I can’t tell exactly where you fall on that spectrum from your OP and don’t want to assume anything. [/quote]

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