Today’s Pick: When to let go of traditions


Editors’ Picks • December 10, 2025

Does your family go hard on the holiday traditions? Seasonal rituals can help us feel comforted, grounded, and connected to our loved ones. But sometimes, the activities we participate in year after year have worn out their welcome — maybe they cause more stress than joy or they no longer fit our personalities or beliefs. Thankfully, releasing tired traditions doesn’t have to feel like a loss, and doing so can make room for new customs that bring us even closer to family. Today’s featured article dives into the signs that your traditions warrant a second look and how to go about making new ones.


Ally Mauch

Associate Editor

Today’s Pick


Do Your Family Traditions Need a Refresh? Here Are Some Signs — And Suggestions for Creating New Ones

Think about what puts a smile on your face as you anticipate the approaching holidays — chances are that a festive tradition makes the list. Maybe your family watches Adam Sandler play “The Chanukah Song” while making latkes on the seventh night, or you and your cousins host an epic annual gingerbread house building competition the week before Christmas.

Keep Reading

Together With FinanceBuzz


Rare Unlimited Cash Back Match Turns Heads

If you have outstanding credit card debt, getting a new 0% intro APR credit card could help ease the pressure while you pay down your balances. FinanceBuzz’s experts have found the best credit cards for balance transfers — but this top card goes above and beyond a low introductory APR.

It offers an insane 5% cash back perk that gets matched after your first year. That’s up to 10% back on qualifying purchases. Click below to learn what all the hype is about.

More Trending Stories


How Nice News Helped Inspire a Children’s Book About Renee Bruns, Who Travels the World in Her Wheelchair

Inside the Story


Prepare Your Home for Winter With This Detailed Guide

Check Out the Guide


Decoding Self-Forgiveness: Learn Why It’s So Difficult and Get a Psychologist’s Advice for Releasing Shame

Get the Advice


The Science of Sourdough Bread: Inside One Beginner’s Attempt at Baking It

How to Make Sourdough

Subscribe to Nice News