Dealing with the holidays
I'm dreading Thanksgiving tomorrow because I've had a really bad pain week. Any suggestions on how I can bow out of dinner gracefully if I need to?
Hi Astrid,
First, I'm so sorry you're having such a bad week - and I'm sure the stress of the holiday season does not help one bit.
It can be especially tough dealing with family or friends around holidays. One thing I have found to have worked for me is to give them a heads up before I arrive that I'm not feeling up to par and I'll do my best to stay as long as I can. This way, they are on "notice" that I may not last the evening and they won't be surprised if/when I have to make an exit.This doesn't mean it's easy, but it's one thing to try! Hope this helps and let us know what you deide to do.
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What tips do you have for managing stress over the holiday season?
I am now considered the elder in my family and everyone expects me to cook every year. I had 26 guests last year and I already knew that I wasn't going to out myself though that again this year. I first let my family know that I was tired, and how much this takes out of me each year. I thought it was time for someone to step up to the plate. I also let them know how costly it is. Long story short; no one cook; my husband and I went out and we were very happy.
I will most likely will cook next year, but I would say be honest up front and let everyone know how you are feeling. Bow out gracefully.
, are you gearing up okay for the holidays? This is the first year that I've accepted I can't get to everything (trying not to feel guilty about it. The struggle is real!)
-Victoria, Community Moderator
