Retailers are placing a greater emphasis on Christmas rather than Thanksgiving, largely due to the substantial profits from holiday shopping. Thanksgiving’s emotional and relatively low-commercial nature contrasts with the lucrative nature of Christmas, causing a cultural shift towards materialism over gratitude.
This shift is becoming increasingly clear in the early display of Christmas decorations and the commercialization of Thanksgiving, which has turned it into a prelude to Black Friday sales.
Thanksgiving is rooted in family, gratitude, and reflection, whereas Christmas has become a major revenue generator for stores. This trend is contributing to a cultural shift that emphasizes materialism over gratitude, highlighting the contrast between the two holidays.