How to reply thoughtfully to someone who’s tired of holiday gatherings

Step 1: Understand Why They’re Feeling Overwhelmed Before you craft a reply, take a moment to put…

Ways to answer kindly when a friend worries about holiday travel

Understand Why Your Friend Is Worried When the holiday season rolls around, travel plans can feel…

What to say when a relative brings up past holiday disappointments

When a family member drags up a holiday that didn’t go as planned, the conversation can…

Gentle ways to answer when someone mentions needing a break from festivities

When the holiday buzz is at its peak, it’s not uncommon for a friend, family member,…