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When Holiday and Event Invites Trigger: Five Suggestions To Reduce Stress

There’s a saying, “Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning how to dance in the rain.” While I’m uncertain of the source, I am certain that this quote is a life lesson in under 20 words for those triggered by invites to holiday and various life transition celebrations.

Do you cope with the stress of upcoming triggering gatherings by telling yourself, “I’ll feel better as soon as X is over,”? Do you painfully muddle through? In the meantime, or if you’re looking for quick survival tips, this blog post offers concrete suggestions about how to reduce the stress and distress that accompanies holiday gatherings and life transition celebrations. Because soon enough, the next invite will arrive.

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