{"id":94548,"date":"2024-01-22T14:01:12","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T14:01:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=94548"},"modified":"2024-01-22T14:01:47","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T14:01:47","slug":"surviving-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/marriage-fitness\/surviving-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Surviving the Holidays: Dr. Venus Nicolino’s Important Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The holiday season is in full swing, and that’s typically a time for good cheer, gift-giving, and the warm embrace of a loving family. At least, that’s what they say in all those Hallmark cards and movies. <\/span><\/p>\n

Your lived experience might prove otherwise. But Dr. Venus Nicolino believes you can improve the odds of surviving the holidays and having a happy one by changing how you <\/span>approach family gatherings<\/span><\/a>. Find out what Dr. Venus has to say about the important tips for the holiday season. <\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>Why it’s important to survive and thrive through the holiday season<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

On the list of occasions for which it’s good to have a plan, the holidays definitely rank near the top. They’re often an emotional minefield where one misstep — bringing up past conflicts, for example, or mentioning politics — can cause explosions, and surviving holidays can become tough if that happens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Too often, holiday dinners feature a large dish of guilt with a <\/span>side of anxiety<\/span><\/a> right there next to the ham and cranberries. Well, surviving the holidays in that kind of atmosphere is challenging. <\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to these pitfalls, the holidays also present an opportunity for joy, connection, and creating lasting memories. It’s a time when family and friends come together, often reuniting after long periods apart.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED READING : <\/span>10 Ways to Make Memories & Stay Connected This Holiday Season<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n

<\/span>Venus Nicolino’s essential tips to thrive through the holiday season<\/b> <\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

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While arguments about what someone did 20 years ago or who should be president might be inevitable, they don’t have to involve you. You have some control over the situation and must ensure you have that control during the holiday season. <\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Venus Nicolino, the bestselling author and businesswoman who hosts “The Tea With Dr. V” podcast, said that practicing self-care, accepting holiday chaos, and having the courage to look for a positive connection with family members can all help in surviving the holidays and making the holidays brighter.<\/span><\/p>\n