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Chartbook 257: Santa's workshop economy and the question of unfree elvish labour.

Chartbook • 1716 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23

🎭️ Culture Christmas Economics Mythology Labor Podcasts

The economics of Santa's workshop involves serious questions about sovereignty over the North Pole.
There is debate about whether elvish labor in Santa's workshop can be considered as unfree or 'slave' labor.
Reindeer play a crucial role in Santa's workshop economy, with an interesting fact being that all of Santa's reindeer with antlers are female.

Gifts of the Magi

Letters from Fiddler's Greene • 1198 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Christianity Christmas Winter

The Millennial generation faces criticism for societal decline and lack of positive contributions.
Advent teaches lessons of humility, community, and the power of smallness for navigating challenging times.
Finding joy in the anticipation and possibility of a new beginning is essential, especially during the Christmas season.

A Meaning of Christmas

Atlas of Wonders and Monsters • 390 implied HN points • 21 Dec 23

🎭️ Culture Christmas Family Meaning Traditions

Christmas carols often emphasize the birth of a baby, connecting Christmas to celebrating new life and happiness.
Being pro-natalist means believing in the value of having more babies for philosophical, practical, economic, and cultural reasons.
Reflecting on the declining fertility rates globally, there is a cultural importance in considering the celebration of birth and supporting the idea of having children during Christmas.

I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day

The Reactionary • 145 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23

📚 Literature Poetry Author Biography Christmas Tragedy

Art can bring solace and meaning to both creators and audiences.
Personal tragedies and despair can inspire profound and enduring works of art.
The famous Christmas song 'I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day' was born out of a poignant moment during the Civil War and personal hardships faced by the poet.

My Christmas Message of Forgiveness

Dana Blankenhorn: Facing the Future • 117 implied HN points • 14 Dec 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Forgiveness Generations Christmas Prayer Encouragement

Every generation makes mistakes, so forgiveness is essential.
Younger generations will go in their own direction and learn from our past.
Encouragement and cooperation are needed to save human life on this planet.

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Christmas Is About the Future

Think Future • 79 implied HN points • 22 Dec 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Christianity Hope Humanity Belief Christmas

Christmas is about the future and hope, not just about the past
The Christmas story emphasizes creating a better future here and now
Hold on to hope, help is on the way and good news is coming

Paid content: Christmas is the holiday of everyday life

Wood From Eden • 48 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Christmas Holiday

Christmas is seen as the holiday of everyday life.
The content is exclusive for paid subscribers.
The post emphasizes the significance of Christmas.

Christmas Roundup!

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 8 implied HN points • 25 Dec 23

🎭️ Culture Christmas Colonization Cultural analysis

Some Christmas traditions can be seen through a different, critical lens, like a Latinx perspective on the holiday.
It's important to consider the historical and cultural context behind popular Christmas narratives.
Scholarly articles can provide insightful perspectives that challenge mainstream ideas.

December, twenty years ago

The Leftovers • 39 implied HN points • 24 Dec 21

🎭️ Culture Christmas Poverty Inequality Weather Social Issues

During Christmas in the Southern Hemisphere, looting used to be a sign that the holiday was close due to issues like poverty, inflation, and unemployment.
TV pundits often commented on the ethics of looting, mentioning the types of items looted and the reasons behind it.
The combination of poverty, anger, inequality, and high temperatures in December created a tense environment that led to looting incidents.

Christmas, Best-ofs, Sports Media, Meritocracy and More

Counting Atoms • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24

🎭️ Culture Christmas Sports Media Meritocracy Art Music

The post shares various interesting links and articles on topics like Christmas, sports media, and meritocracy.
The writer is clearing out browser tabs and sharing thoughts on different articles and blog posts.
There are reflections on music, sports media, meritocracy arguments, and emotional dependence on celebrities in the post.