124: 5 Sanity-Saving Conversations To Have With Your Spouse Before The Holidays

November 30, 2020

The holidays are known to be the most stressful time of the year. And perhaps this statement rings true in your own life. But, it doesn’t have to be this way! In episode 124, Daniel and Christina share the 5 questions you need to ask your spouse before the holidays start. With a little bit of planning ahead and some cozy couch discussions, this Christmas can be a celebration worth remembering, even if it is in the midst of a global pandemic.

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The 5 discussion questions to have with your spouse before the holidays:
1. What did Christmas feel like in your own home while growing up?
2. What boundaries do we need to set?
3. How can we play to each other’s strengths?
4. What do you need to feel recharged during this season, especially when visiting family?
5. Do we need a Plan A and Plan B?

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Quotes and Tweets:

Sometimes we tend to hold onto traditions because of the feelings they brought us. When looking back, maybe it wasn’t what you actually did that was important, but more of the feelings behind it. @imbetweenshow
Many times our holidays are stressful because we are trying to implement and incorporate our traditions, when in reality, perhaps we are just reminiscing about the feelings and emotions that these traditions brought us. @imbetweenshow
The tradition to “go into debt during Christmas” is not one you have to carry on. @imbetweenshow
Christmas can be a stressful time because of family dynamics that are not always starring us in the face. If that is your current situation, planning ahead will be SO helpful. @imbetweenshow
Having a joyful, connected holiday season is absolutely possible. But, it’s just going to take a little bit of intention and conversation to make it happen. @imbetweenshow