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December 4, 2025 9 mins

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Episode 2821:

Jay Harrington explores how simple, heartfelt traditions, like letting kids decorate the tree with old handmade ornaments or taking family walks in the snow, can create the most lasting holiday memories. By focusing less on perfection and more on presence, families can build rituals that truly reflect what matters most.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/simple-holiday-traditions/

Quotes to ponder:

"Traditions give us a sense of belonging and provide ways to express our priorities."

"Don't get caught up in trying to create perfect, Pinterest-worthy family traditions."

"The best moments are the small, simple ones that don't involve wrapping paper and big credit card bills."

Episode references:

The White Envelope Project: https://whiteenvelopeproject.org

Giving 101: https://www.giving101.org

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0097958/

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