It’s not you. The holidays cause stress for many people, especially when family’s in the mix. Experts say it’s easy to revert back to old roles or behaviors when you’re around relatives. For most families, the holidays are the only time they gather. Here’s how to stay calm during the holidays:
- Take note of your emotions
- Set boundaries
- Only attend activities you want to
- Know when to leave
- Take time to cool off
- Take deep breaths
- Change the subject when necessary
- State your needs
- Bring a plus-one
- Stick with your allies
- Plan out how you will help
- Focus on being nice
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