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You don’t have to dread the holidays.

Most couples enter the holiday season with good intentions—but end up buried under the mental load, family expectations, and endless to-do lists that leave them feeling resentful and disconnected.

In this episode, I'm sharing the exact conversation you can have with your partner to plan the holidays as a team instead of as stressed-out parents. You’ll learn how to align your values before diving into logistics, set realistic expectations, and avoid repeating the same stressful patterns every year.

You’ll also hear sample scripts, boundary phrases, and a complete 12-point agenda for planning your holiday season—from setting your vision and budget to dividing responsibilities and protecting couple time.

By the end, you’ll have everything you need to turn the holidays into a season that strengthens your marriage, not one that tests it.

In this episode:

• Why holiday stress magnifies your current relationship dynamics
• How to use Michelle’s P.E.A.C.E. Method to plan with your partner
• The 12 key conversation points every couple should cover
• How to set boundaries with family (without guilt)
• What to do differently this year to feel calm, connected, and aligned

Resources mentioned:

• Download the The Holiday Planning Conversation Agenda PDF here!
• Watch the The #1 Conversation Couples Need to Have (Free Masterclass) here!
• Book a Clarity Call here!

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