As Halloween approached this year, a time I usually cherish, I found myself feeling more drained than excited. Traditionally one of my favorite days, I struggled to muster enthusiasm as I dressed my children in their costumes. This year, it felt like the Halloween season had stretched on forever.
It all began back in early August, when the countdown to pumpkin spice lattes and cozy scarves kicked off. By September, I was inundated with articles about quirky family Halloween costumes, and my local store had already transformed into a spooky wonderland, complete with an aisle dedicated to Christmas decorations. It seems that Halloween has become just a prelude to the holiday season that follows.
When the big day finally arrived, I was left feeling utterly spent. Yes, there were some memorable moments, like the adorable baby dressed as the pope and Viola Davis’ daughter paying homage to her mother with a costume. And while I enjoyed trick-or-treating, after two months of Halloween-themed treats and decorations, I was ready for a break.
It’s clear that we’ve hit a tipping point. Our enthusiasm for holiday celebrations has started to diminish the joy that comes with them. As November rolled in, my email was flooded with holiday gift promotions, and the lineup for ABC Family’s “25 Days of Christmas” was already making waves. Sadly, Thanksgiving has become the overlooked holiday, almost like the forgotten middle child in a busy family.
Holiday burnout is a real phenomenon, and it’s only getting worse as we blend Halloween into summer festivities and Christmas into October. Soon, we might find ourselves putting up lights in June and mixing traditions in ways that just don’t feel special anymore.
Can we take a breather between these celebrations? I love the holidays just as much as anyone; I pull out my fall decorations on the first of October and dream about holiday cards well in advance. But even I have reached my limit. I want to enjoy each holiday in its designated time rather than try to stretch it into an exhausting marathon.
Rushing into holiday festivities doesn’t enhance their significance. Instead, it leaves everyone feeling worn out and longing for the season to end.
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In summary, as the holiday season begins to loom large, let’s take a moment to appreciate each celebration in its own time rather than rushing through them.