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AIBU to ask why people hate NYE so much?

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Kat256M · 30/12/2023 17:22

Maybe not hate as such but people are just done with the festive spirit after the 26th. I am not British so it seems weird to me, we always used to celebrate NYE more than Christmas, the big family gathering is usually on January 1st.

Is it just that everyone is over it by then? Or because there seems to be more pressure on Christmas dinner? Just curious really.

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RM2013 · 30/12/2023 23:54

I’ve always preferred the run up to Christmas and Christmas Eve. I’ve never been a fan of Boxing Day. NYE just always seems a bit of a letdown. It’s like we hype it up and then it’s just a bit disappointing. I’m usually feeling overweight and sluggish by the time NYE comes around and usually it signals being back to work. Fortunately I’ve got annual leave for a week so maybe that will make it all feel a little better

jenkel · 30/12/2023 23:57

I don’t love it, i think it’s because it’s kind of a measure of time, also it means all the festivities are over and work/school is looming.

MyLibrarywasdukedomlargeenough · 30/12/2023 23:59

When young I used to go out with friends and or DH, big night out lots of drinking and clubbing. Then when children were little we used to watch tv have champagne, ring relatives and run out and look at neighbours fireworks. We also had friends and their kids over a couple of times. DS had a big party as 18 at our house in 2019 which was great . For the last 2 years and this will be the third we go to a friends, I don’t mind not drinking so can drive and we have food, play games and they have a great view of the surrounding landscape as up on a hill and you can see fireworks for miles around. My small hometown had a pub crawl in fancy dress that I did from age 17 to about 21 with school friends, after that we all started scattering. So my NYE have varied a lot but I really enjoy them.

fuckssaaaaake · 31/12/2023 00:02

I love it. I celebrate that Xmas is over and we can get back to normal and stop listening to Mariah inbetween "are you all ready for Christmas" on repeat

tigger1001 · 31/12/2023 05:31

I'm Scottish and supposed to love Hogmanay but I really don't. It's not the big affair these days that I remember as a child either. No first footing etc, certainly where I am. I've been in this house17 years and never had a first footer just turn up.

I find new year sad. Leaves me a little emotional. The last few years I've barely stayed up to the bells and last year was asleep by the bells. I will stay up this year as eldest is working.

And working in tax means I am heading into our most manic time of year - need to be clear headed for that!

Theoldwoman · 31/12/2023 06:15

My friends little one died on NYE many years ago, but the heartache will forever remain.

Vettrianofan · 31/12/2023 06:37

tigger1001 · 31/12/2023 05:31

I'm Scottish and supposed to love Hogmanay but I really don't. It's not the big affair these days that I remember as a child either. No first footing etc, certainly where I am. I've been in this house17 years and never had a first footer just turn up.

I find new year sad. Leaves me a little emotional. The last few years I've barely stayed up to the bells and last year was asleep by the bells. I will stay up this year as eldest is working.

And working in tax means I am heading into our most manic time of year - need to be clear headed for that!

You're seriously making me nostalgic talking about first footing. We never have this anymore yet it used to be such a big part of new year years ago.

Ginmonkeyagain · 31/12/2023 06:49

Amateur night is what those in hospitality call it.

Too many people, too much stress, silly decisions.

Browniesandcustard · 31/12/2023 07:43

I used to like it when I was younger but now (late 40’s) I’m not a fan. Doesn’t help this year that my now ex will be with the OW having a wonderful time no doubt - I found out his affair a few weeks ago. People keep saying to me ‘New Year, new start’ and the like but I know that he is going to be a pita over finances and so I’m not looking forward to the start of 2024 one bit.💐 to everyone for whom this evening is going to be tricky.

Mydpisgrumpierthanyours · 31/12/2023 08:21

It's a kids thing really the excitement of staying up until midnight when your normally put to bed at 9pm.

Everywhere else you have to book months in advance, pay twice the price, its twice as busy.

Then what is there to look forward to?
More of us bending over while the torys bleed us and the country dry?
Everywhere is dark, wet, gloomy.
It's just a nothing event.

2024fit · 31/12/2023 08:27

PlurplePeopleEater · 30/12/2023 17:32

I am Scottish, Hogmanay is a big celebration here.

I don't drink and am generally in bed before midnight, but certainly where I am from it's still a big celebration for most people - shops close early on Hogmanay and many businesses remain closed on the 1st. It's a public holiday here.

I live in England now but also Scottish and yeah I don’t hate NYE at all and didn’t realise that was a thing. I used to celebrate it a lot with friends of various nationalities (including English) when I was in London during my 20s.

I’ll be staying in this year because I don’t fancy getting an overpriced taxi home etc and can’t be bothered traveling down to stay overnight in London but I’m looking forward to it.

I’ll be writing down goals, praying, journaling and being hopeful!

unique78 · 31/12/2023 08:34

I suppose it depends on how you celebrate. Mine always consisted of watching people get drunk, stupid and loud, really doesn't interest me. I'm sure if it was a party with good food, only slightly tipsy guests and great entertainment I'd feel more favourably towards it.

FluffyFanny · 31/12/2023 08:43

Well, going by this thread, the NYE haters are miserable people and a lot hate life in general. It seems NYE attitudes separates the pessimists from the optimists.

Suddenlychrimbo · 31/12/2023 08:43

I've hated it most of my adult life, now early 50s.

You need to be a hugely positive or optimistic person to celebrate the end of one year and welcome the next in my opinion.

For me it's a reminder of all the crap that's happened, and that the following year is unlikely to be any better.

Also, it's a bit 'after the lord mayor's show' isn't it? , following Christmas?.

Finally it is notorious for forced fun, disappointing nights out, and NYE is totally impractical for anyone with kids.

brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr · 31/12/2023 08:54

Squeaky2023 · 30/12/2023 22:23

Until the sweet release of death?
I feel you.

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Correct. That sweet rapture.

Newsenmum · 31/12/2023 10:02

Akeevah · 30/12/2023 22:03

I just find it anxiety inducing. Highlights how quickly time is passing. I often feel I’ve wasted the year (even remember feeling this the year I became engaged and graduated with a first from Oxbridge).

Me too. It’s weird isn’t it. Makes you face your mortality I think.

LlynTegid · 31/12/2023 10:16

New Year's is not a major event in England, indeed was not a public holiday until 1974 apparently. My dad went into work on January 1st until it was a public holiday.

Even now seems just an excuse to spend money for little, such as about ten minutes of fireworks in London.

WashItTomorrow · 31/12/2023 11:04

In Scotland, Christmas Day was only a public holiday in 1958, and Boxing Day not until the 1970s. I was very surprised to hear that on the radio today.

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Kat256M · 31/12/2023 11:47

Haydenn · 30/12/2023 23:04

Because a meal in my local pub goes from £30 to £120

That is insane! Prices are just extortionate on NYE!

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Vettrianofan · 01/01/2024 01:31

Suddenlychrimbo · 31/12/2023 08:43

I've hated it most of my adult life, now early 50s.

You need to be a hugely positive or optimistic person to celebrate the end of one year and welcome the next in my opinion.

For me it's a reminder of all the crap that's happened, and that the following year is unlikely to be any better.

Also, it's a bit 'after the lord mayor's show' isn't it? , following Christmas?.

Finally it is notorious for forced fun, disappointing nights out, and NYE is totally impractical for anyone with kids.

It's not stopping my next door neighbour's with four children having a great time tonight, they are still up partying.....kids range from 2 to 9yo.

No idea how they do it 🤷🏻

CeriB82 · 01/01/2024 08:57

New year new start. To many their problems roll over each year and they just dont go away.

I loathe NYE. Its the expectation of a new start. Doesn’t happen. Today is the same as yesterday, just a different date.

i prefer the changing of the clock, spring, new life. Nature waking up

Heatherjayne1972 · 01/01/2024 09:06

It’s boring
nye isn’t a bank holiday so unless it’s a weekend day or you’re on A/L it’s a normal working day

it’s literally an evening of drinking ( with no alternative if you dont drink)then at midnight you’re knackered

plus the pubs put prices up I hate it - I’d rather have a bath and an early night

I think it would be far more sensible to have new year in April

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