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The Gifts of a Well-Planned Recovery

We’ve now rounded the Thanksgiving bend and are headed straight for the winter holidays. For some, that thought brings unimaginable cheer. For others, the holidays are rife with obstacles that require good patience and a planned recovery, because some families communicate or connect by drinking, others might have reoccurring spats and quarrels, and holiday expectations might be set too high.

That’s okay. It’s all a part of the human experience, and it’s a part of being a family and growing old together. But what can we do to prepare for the holidays to ensure we stay calm, happy and sober? In the link below, we’ve collected seven great tips that will help you navigate the coming holiday season and will help you hone in on all the beauty and magic to come.

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A Better Plan for Holiday Conflict

First of all, there’s nothing wrong with conflict. It happens in even the happiest families and relationships. And it’s quickly and easily sidestepped when we plan for its arrival. Prepare for the coming holiday season by reading this helpful article, and learn how to cope ahead for any conflict and practice self-care when the need arises.

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