The holiday season is sometimes joyful, sometimes stressful - and to be honest, it’s usually a mix of both. Between external pressures and family dynamics, we figure everyone can use some tips on making it through the season. 

 

In this episode we cover:

 

• How to bring up your loved one’s absence when no one else will
• Making a good enough holiday for your family when you’re not in the holiday spirit

• Tips for navigating intrusive personal questions (like “when will you have kids?” or “don’t you think it’s time you moved on?”) 
• Why consensus is a terrible holiday goal, but collaboration might just be the best thing possible

 

We're re-releasing some of our favorite episodes from the first 3 seasons.

 

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