{"id":368,"date":"2016-12-21T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-12-21T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/?p=368"},"modified":"2023-11-13T10:01:00","modified_gmt":"2023-11-13T09:01:00","slug":"how-to-avoid-the-holiday-family-feud","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foreo.com\/mysa\/how-to-avoid-the-holiday-family-feud\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Avoid The Holiday Family Feud"},"content":{"rendered":"

A conversation cheat-sheet to help you stay cool, calm, and collected.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re reading this, congratulations, you survived Thanksgiving<\/a>! You\u2019ve already made it this far through the year, especially through all those uncomfortable questions (\u201cHow come you\u2019re still single?\u201d or \u201cYou didn\u2019t<\/em> vote for Trump?!\u201d), so there\u2019s almost no need to panic when Christmas dinner rolls around. That said, we know the holiday season is a bit longer than a long weekend, so if you\u2019re still concerned, read on to find out some of our best tips to stay cool, calm, and collected and have a peaceful, not-so-silent night with your loved ones.<\/p>\n

Have an Open Mind and No Expectations<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A common mistake is expecting the worst when it comes to family get-togethers. It\u2019s so easy to get stuck in a reunion rut, dreading conversations with your immature cousins or nosy aunts. Perhaps you peg that your grandma is a little bit too candid after a few cups of eggnog, or that your dad tells the same dad-jokes he used over Thanksgiving. But the key is to have an open mind and not to set your expectations too high. Don\u2019t expect that just because everyone is together, it will be all sunshine and rainbows. Instead, carry a warm heart and an open mind and remind yourself to not take things too personally.<\/p>\n

Be Present<\/strong><\/h2>\n

A silent night is not a great way to cultivate harmony between you and your family members. We know it\u2019s hard not to roll your eyes when your aunt is bragging about your cousin\u2019s elementary school achievements, but try not to tune out conversations and engage instead. It\u2019s easy to begin phubbing (a.k.a. phone snubbing), so be proactive and reminisce on good memories from the past to start a conversation. Try to stay positive, because what you think will determine how you react.<\/p>\n

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\"Holiday<\/p>\n

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Find Common Ground<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve been feuding with a relative for the past few months (or years, we\u2019re not judging), take this holiday season to rethink your squabbles and find common ground. We\u2019re not saying you have to completely forgive them or become BFFs with them, but in the spirit of the season, try to come together in the middle, and at the very least, be civil. Even if members of your family have lived with chronic conflict, know that it is possible to change these uncomfortable patterns if you are willing to be understanding, open, and meet somewhere in between.<\/p>\n

Distract Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you need to step away for a minute, we don\u2019t blame you at all. Chances are, you\u2019re going home to the place you grew up, so you\u2019ll probably be able to retreat into the comfort and solace of your childhood room. Take a nap, or just hang out alone for an hour or so, and you\u2019ll be surprised at how rejuvenated you\u2019ll feel. If a few of your friends are back in town, spend some time hanging out with them to distract yourself from family time. Bottom line is, if there\u2019s something that you really just don\u2019t feel like attending, then don\u2019t. Just make sure to give party members ample time to make alternative plans<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"Holidays<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t Forget The Reason For The Season<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2018Tis the season for love, family, and perhaps most importantly, forgiveness. The holidays are one of the rare times that you finally get to be reunited with all your loved ones and relatives. Opportunities where everyone gets to see each other are few and far between, so it\u2019s crucial to take advantage of the time you have together before everyone shrinks back into their own bubble. These are the memories you will be looking back on for years to come, so don\u2019t taint them with uncomfortable silences or shouting matches. Instead, fill them with happy conversations and positive connections, even with relatives you aren\u2019t particularly close with. Trust us, you\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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