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Keep the Holidays Free of Drama
Its that time of year where we can all make good use of a few holiday reminders when visiting with friends and family.  This content is courtesy of my AR associate, Michael Caruso.
 
DON'T GET YOUR TINSEL IN A TANGLE
 
Take a lot of deep breaths and try these tips for diffusing holiday drama:
 
Identify in advance who and what will push your buttons
We all have “hot spots” that family members and old friends tend to push. The key is to identify these buttons before the holidays because, chances are, they will get pushed… perhaps even pounded on.
Establish your “sane connection”
This is the holiday version of the buddy system. Enlist a friend from home or a family member that will be available to you when things get stressful or start to go south. Have a plan to reach them by phone or Skype if needed. This person has the lifeline when it’s time to pull you back to shore.
Less is more
Whether it is alcohol, gift giving, or the length of time you entertain guests, go for quality not quantity. Sometimes three days is just plenty to spend non-stop with family. When the trip ... more

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