Ever wonder about all the holidays that occur within December? It’s challenging to keep them all straight when you may only celebrate one or none of them. It’s fascinating to see a stronger push to be “politically correct” and wish people a happy holiday season, yet we’re ignorant to what exactly defines the beliefs and celebrations our peers participate in. While I don’t expect you to know the exact denomination or religious-affiliation of everyone you know, it would be wise to rub up on a basic knowledge regarding the upcoming holiday season. Hypothetically, upon learning the name of the holiday your coworker plans to celebrate, a conversation could spark regarding the historical context of Boxing Day or the purpose behind Saturnalia.

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