✣ Take time out You need 30 minutes of relaxation to regain lost emotional balance. Walk, read or do deep breathing until you’re feeling better.
✣ Let off steam Offloading to someone trustworthy reduces stress. Talk to your partner. Email a friend. Call Samaritans on 116 123; they offer support in any pressured situation, not just those that are life-threatening.
✣ Get perspective Underneath most festive frustrations there’s loyalty and love. So remember the positives – even make a list of what you value in your family.
✣ Look ahead Remember that once celebrations stop, tension is likely to fade. But also, explore what needs to happen during 2020 so that this year’s flashpoints don’t repeat themselves.…
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