Packing for that trip and already thinking about your escape plan?
I get it… Even in the best of times, tight quarters with those we seldom see AND might not agree with can be tricky.
When tensions rise it may seem easier to run, lash out or eat the entire pie.
Before you do anything you may not love the result of consider these:
- Don’t take it personally–
People most often act aggressively out of fear. There is something deeper, a fear or wound beneath the anger.
- The only thing you can change is YOUR response-
It could look something like this “I love you Dad, I know you and I have different views on ____ and I’m not trying to change how you feel. I am asking that you not speak that way around my children or I’ll have to ask you to leave”
- Is there something you need to do to care for yourself?
This time of year can be jam packed. Finishing work projects, planning trips, making sure everyone has what they need…along with the “invisible” items like family dynamics, disruption of sleep/eating and workout routines.
These all have an impact on your mind, body and spirit. Be mindful of your individual needs during this time, and be compassionate if they are different than usual!
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