Video Description: The Death of the Christmas Spirit
In this thought-provoking vlog, I take a reflective walk to examine how the essence of Christmas seems to have transformed over the years. Have we sacrificed the true spirit of the holiday for the allure of sales tags and endless screen time? Amidst festive parties and family gatherings, many are lost in their smartphones rather than connecting with those right beside them. Let’s explore this paradox of connection in a time when we’re purportedly more ‘connected’ than ever yet feel increasingly isolated. Join me as I share my honest thoughts on what might be missing this holiday season. Recorded in December 2025.
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Retail made Christmas great…
Retail made Christmas horrible…
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i dont think people has lost the spirit of Christmas I think some have memories ,of the few special days where we spend times with family and share many different things for some there is a annual Family party , then there is the Christmas even where close family get togeather and have dinner togeather maybe exchange gifts then there is Christmas morning and dinner with the family the Christmas eve church service for some . this is for the people and families sharing the Christian culture of Christmas there is lots more have there time but not the same day . the Consumerism you call it to other they call it Work People get paid to work in these stores and with out these sales they would be jobless maybe homeless .. so yeah they want to keep the spirit of gift giving and eating out over From November till the first week of January it how many earn there living what you call consumerism others call making the majority of income for the year in hopes of a promise of a job through the next year ..
people are closer togeather the world is smaller thanks to our technology , people have far more connections so yeah it takes more of there time …
They are missing the point plus Americans are broke.😥
Awhile back, I reframed Christmas. Barely shop, a few cards, focused on decor, music, food, movies and family, friends and community. So much happier.
Very valid points, AK. I've seen parents give out digital games in church to amuse their children! Christmas is so much more than shopping. Linus said it best 🌟🎄
What you say is true. However, Asia is hyper materialistic broadly speaking.
Spending a lot of time in shopping malls is one way to diminish Christmas spirit.
Christmas Spirit will always be kept alive by those that help people in need
Happy Holidays, AK! Appreciate your insightful take on things. This needed to be said aloud. Social connections are so important and need to be built w kindness, care & time. The older one gets, the social circle gets smaller. Plus volunteer, give to your community & those in need.
I fall into the trap every year 💸🤑No escaping it because family pressures make me buy gifts every year. There is no way we cannot give a nice gift 🎁 and expect to remain in the family 😂🤣 That’s just the way it is. We do all the social efforts too, but the gifts are part of it. Yup we are hypnotized 🤭
When I think back to when I was a kid I can't really remember what presents I got but I do remember my dad dressing up as father Christmas.
If you've fallen out or lost contact with someone: Christmas is the time perfect time to reach out. Send them a card or a gift and bridges can be built.
Everyday of. Every year should celebrate xmas. The Xmas spirit means love and giving to all. The problem is the love is only given to ones own family and oneself.
Kenneth, you are absolutely on target I remember amazing times at Christmas a very small community on Lake Como Italy, family and food laughter visiting for days. We bought these traditions with us to the United States but the time there was magical at the holidays…… the best to you and your family…
Right!!!!
people could do whatever they want at least they are together that’s all what matters
Keyword, hypnotized by advertisements ! ✨🎉🎄🛍
Not only Christmas is commercialized, but it also have it's pagan origins concerning Christmas.
i enjoy your walk and talk, you should make them longer
They took a beautiful day, the brith of our Lord. And commercialized it way too much that’s where the evil came in. God Bless young man.
You are making a video on "The Death of the Christmas Spirit" in a communist country. Christmas is fundamentally a religious holiday for Christians. Stick to your walking videos. Your recent personal opinion videos reflect your inexperienced views of life.
American capitalism bought Christmas for half a century now . Just like the NFL got rid of church on Sundays for football for about a half of century. And our phones and e-devices and Solcial-media got rid of the family interaction and phycologial physical interaction with close people mostly in life.😮😮😮
Christmas is a buisness and business is business
Agreed! Connection and community is what gives meaning and joy to our lives. Consciously creating memories of good times together is priceless. Meals with lively conversations, after dinner walks, playing outside with friends and cousins, walking around downtown to look at the lights and decorations… Belonging to organizations who focus on giving to and caring for others is the Spirit of Christmas all year long. The satisfaction of helping to make the world we live in a better place, amazing!
Scary, right? Humans are losing their talking skills.
Love this! You are so right!
I'm nearly 80 years old. As a boy Christmas meant Church, family, and friends. Now, for me, it still is.
Most of people – like me – don’t buy too much because they are limited by how much money they have.
Blessings Actionkid❤Good Health & Blessings to you & Family❤
On a side note, the malls and shopping centers around you there are excellent and safe unlike so many in America that have become run down and unsafe. There is a lot of truth to what you say and the only way to turn it around is for people to step up and become involved in raising their kids and teaching them about the things that are missing. It takes work and that is missing in many cases.
Yeah you are right Christmas is about family social connection and relationship, and not about the materials thing on sale etc.
Don’t be fooled by religion. Christmas always been this. It’s pagan
Thanks!
Kenneth, I am a long subscriber of you ever since 2020.
I’m enjoying these videos you’re making answering difficult questions. Please come back to NYC when you can.
Godspeed, 🙏🏻
AK, I like your talks about life and growing as a person. Wise words from you today.😊
Times re changing my friend times are changing i use hangout with family every year then grandma passed mom passed and i dont get along with dad so i stay to myself for holidays this year alone which i like i guess i like
So true.
When or if you have kids, that's when it's fun, and you can enjoy it to the fullest.
The one day when Atlantic City was at its peak was every casino on Christmas Day was almost 100 per cent Asian players 😂. Christmas in my day was family,more pictures and food than gifts especially after '65 or so.Never been to a black Friday event.Nowadays friends are electronic.