Holiday Gatherings: How to Reduce Family Stress
If you’re worried about seeing a friend or relative this holiday season, follow these tips to reduce stress and help ease the tension.
Family problems are a universal phenomenon. No family that has ever existed has escaped the realities of family issues, from marital strife to parenting challenges, financial tension, or struggles throughout the extended family. The best way to face problems in families is with an attitude grounded in love, respect and honesty.
If you’re worried about seeing a friend or relative this holiday season, follow these tips to reduce stress and help ease the tension.
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