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More couples come into my practice with conflicts to resolve during the holidays than any other time. Even though holidays are joyful and full of fun activities, they can also be stressful.

Most of the arguments are around 2 topics.
1. How to schedule their time.
2. How to spend their money.

With so many options and obligations, your calendar can get packed, leaving no time to actually rest, relax, and enjoy this special time of year.

Pro Tip: Prioritize what you want to do as a couple first, then see if you can fit in the other invitations and parties. Lock in your own traditions, put them on the calendar and see if there is space to add the other things. If it’s most important for you to visit grandparents, schedule that now. If you always go see the Nutcracker Ballet, or see a Broadway show, get tickets now! If you want to make a visit to the mountains to ski or snowboard, book it now. Include long-standing traditions that you love like making Christmas cookies with your kids, caroling around your neighborhood or going to the town’s Tree Lighting ceremony. Edit out the things that you are only do as obligations.

Families often overspend during the holidays. This creates stress in January. Write out a budget now, and stick to it. Decide how much you will be spending on each family member or friend. How much will you spend on decorations, entertainment, and entertaining. Include groceries, stocking stuffers, theater tickets, etc. Alleviate surprises and impulse buys by having a plan.

Setting yourself up for success during the holidays translates to less stress, less fights and a happier relationship during the festive season.

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