Welcome! Believe it or not, the holidays are fast approaching! Today’s topic we want you to consider involves putting some thought into YOUR holiday celebrations as a couple.
*What are three things that you want to make sure that you personally get to do during the holidays?
Consider the following about this topic:
- This topic must be agreed upon together, and requires discussion, negotiation, and planning.
- It’s a critical conversation that speaks to our wants, needs, desires, values, and beliefs.
- The holidays are a great opportunity for you and your spouse to start your own traditions together.
- Each celebration is important: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
- Mapping things out NOW may eliminate conflict LATER.
- There may be a conflict between partners, but it’s a time to be sacrificial and willing to compromise.
- This is an opportunity to drill deep about beliefs concerning religion and the holidays.
- “Just because it’s different doesn’t mean that it’s wrong.”
To complete this assignment, do the following:
- Write down your three things.
- Share them together with your partner.
- Negotiate and create a plan.
- Find at least one NEW tradition to start together.
Remember, the holidays are coming FAST! You cannot wait to address this issue in your relationship. The time is now!
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