Post Reports The holidays are weird. Carolyn Hax is here to help.
Dec 23, 2021
Carolyn Hax, a wise advice columnist for The Washington Post, shares her insights on navigating the often awkward holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of emotional connections while tackling sensitive health topics amidst family dynamics. Hax tackles the challenge of political conversations at gatherings, offering strategies for maintaining respectful dialogue. She also discusses the stress of holiday obligations, advocating for self-care, and highlights the joy of creating new, inclusive traditions that resonate personally.
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Approaching Family Health Concerns
- Avoid pestering family about health, especially during holidays.
- Express care through gentle inquiries and offers of support, not commands.
Navigating Political Discussions
- Plan for civil disagreement and prepare responses to potential offenses.
- If civility fails, be ready to disengage or leave, especially in charged political discussions.
COVID Concerns at a Party
- A family, cautious due to remote school fears, attended a party where COVID precautions weren't followed.
- They opted to sit outside, questioning their own caution.