Richard Hogan: Christmas songs are like time machines — hop in and enjoy the nostalgia

Listening to the soundtrack of my Christmases past...
Richard Hogan: Christmas songs are like time machines — hop in and enjoy the nostalgia

Richard Hogan: "I was listening to Christmas songs in July. Madness. I love Christmas songs. At the right time of year, of course."

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025 - 20:03
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Richard Hogan

Family Psychotherapist.

Christmas songs are like loose hairs from your head. Stick with me while I try to explain this rather strange comparison.

Everyone admires hair: They touch it, comment on how silky it is, how beautiful.

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