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Two thoughts:
One, the bible specifically says not to make a show of it. It's very clear on that point. So I think a lot of people are doing it wrong.
Two, New Years is a convenient time to examine your own life and look for things you can do differently to feel better about yourself. Lent comes around at about the time that you are losing focus on those resolutions, and it's a convenient time to reflect on your life again and perhaps steel your resolve. It takes time for good habits to be cast in place.
Lent is supposed to have a religious aspect to it, but for me, it's more spiritual and self improvement focused.
I have no problem attending services and participating in them but only taking what I want from them and leaving the rest.
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