Magnolia Westfall, a recent graduate of St. Edward’s University in Austin, said her family had a low-key Christmas planned ...

Rather than dismissing holiday shopping as a symbol of materialism and excess, I have come to view it as an expression of generosity that captures the purpose of the season.

MY PRIEST THE OTHER SUNDAY preached about Advent—no surprises there—and the tension between Advent’s waiting-period approach to Christmas, and America’s no-holds-barred commercialized celebration.

Italy reunion, from his castle-based Castel Futuro project and Rome cast hangouts to his social media narrative and the ...

Peak shopping season is upon us. And so what? Shopping has become a drag. A bore. An obligation. A thing you do alone on your ...

Cup consumerism has quietly spiraled into a full-blown phenomenon, and it’s not just about staying hydrated anymore. What began as a practical choice has morphed into a status symbol, a hierarchy that ...

“With the kids jingle belling and everyone telling you, ‘Be of good cheer,’ it’s the most wonderful time of the year,” – or is it? While Andy Williams’ 1963 classic may have sold generations a vision ...

This coming Monday, being December 1, it’s safe to say we are now full throttle into Christmas season. And am I ready? Am I what! As I sit here in my Christmas jumper (sequin Santa crewneck, £15-£20, ...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? The holidays are supposed to feel like a Hallmark movie: decorated houses, warm festive drinks and time spent with loved ones. But above all, ‘tis the ...

We’re told consumerism is destroying the planet and our values, but is it really that simple? In this video, JJ McCullough breaks down why buying things and valuing material comfort might not be as ...