Why do people celebrate their birthday, despite understanding they have even less time to live after 1 year of their life already passed?

6 days ago by beep to c/ask

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My theory is something something consumerist culture.

But I am not really sure of how and why.

tae_glas 6 points 6 days ago

because celebrations are fun and bring people together. that time's going to pass anyway, we might as well celebrate the achievement of a loved one having survived another year. 🙌

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beep 2 points 6 days ago

People might as well celebrate for no reason instead?

It still does not make sense to me.

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tae_glas 5 points 6 days ago

true, but then it's just called a party, if there's no particular thing to celebrate and no theme.

milestones like birthdays, passing exams, getting a driving licence, moving to a new home, etc etc are easier themes to work with.

those sorts of celebrations aren't for everyone, but some people really enjoy them!

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Hirohito 2 points 6 days ago

they have even less time to live after 1 year

What do you think I'm celebrating?

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skeezix 2 points 6 days ago

Not everyone. Live like every day is your birthday.

Today is the first day of the end of your life.

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username_1 1 point 6 days ago

Hmm, I am getting old every quant of time, not only once per year. So why not?

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theywilleatthestars 1 point 6 days ago

Consolation.

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