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Happy Holidays: Families and Complications
As our families get more complicated, so do the holidays. Most modern families no longer consist of Mom, Dad, 2.5 kids, and one or two adoring grandparents. Instead, you’re dealing with ex-spouses, their new partners, and a mix of children, step-children, and various half-brothers and sisters. With that, a lot of complications get added to your already busy holiday schedule. While each blended family is different, there are some things you can do to simplify the situation and make sure everyone involved gets to enjoy the holidays. Here are three ground rules that have served us well when dealing with these compliction. Find Common Ground When Faced with Complications No matter how strained…
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8 Tips To Better Handle Holiday Stress
How is the holiday season treating you so far? The holiday season is an opportunity to spend time with family and friends, to take some time off work, or even escape for a winter getaway. For all the joy and fun, though, so comes the holiday stress. The expectations of social events, gift shopping, and entertaining guests can become too much for even the most festive folks. In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, people in the United States are more likely to experience an increase in stress over the holiday season. And on top of that, women tend to stress more and are less likely to manage this…
