Holidays are a great opportunity to have rare, cherished conversations with family members you haven’t seen for a long time. For instance, you might want to visit your grandparents and have a quality talk with them.
Spend time with loved ones.
-Create new traditions: Ask everyone what they want to do for the holidays and plan together.
–Manage expectations: Don’t expect everything to be perfect.
–Set boundaries: If you know your family can trigger you, set clear boundaries.
–Practice self-care: Have ways to take care of yourself, especially if you’re spending time with difficult family members.
–Spend time alone: You don’t have to spend every moment with your family.
–Attend a holiday production: Support a local school’s holiday performance or show your appreciation for teachers and friends involved in theater.
–Adjust your attitude: Have realistic expectations, accept that you can only control your reaction, and practice tolerance.
–Get active: Physical activity can help you cope with the holidays.
–Practice gratitude: Express gratitude
