Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Reducing Drama in your Relationships (Part 2 of 2)
Nov 26, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Kathi Lipp, an author dedicated to helping women manage stress, and Cheri Gregory, a speaker offering faith-based relationship strategies, share valuable insights on navigating holiday overwhelm. They delve into setting boundaries, pre-deciding responses to family stress, and the significance of self-care. Tips include simplifying traditions and delegating tasks to involve the whole family. They also differentiate between 'big deals' and 'deal breakers,' encouraging listeners to maintain peace during family gatherings with God's guidance.
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Pre-Decide Responses And Ask For Help
- Pre-decide how you'll respond before family interactions to avoid reacting purely from emotion.
- Set expectations and ask for specific help so you don't build resentment by assuming others are mind readers.
Delegate Holiday Tasks Intentionally
- Divide holiday tasks and invite family to learn signature dishes so you don't do everything alone.
- Communicate expectations clearly and let others take ownership of parts of the meal or prep.
Use A Concrete 'Help List'
- Create a concrete 'help list' of simple tasks and assign them before the event.
- Package items or prep them ahead so helpers can complete tasks without direction.
