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With the holiday season fast approaching, there may be moments that arise where no one in the family seems to be getting along, it is important to have some steps for action in place to get everyone back to a more peaceful and happier state.

Give yourselves some space

When disagreements happen, the most important thing that needs to be done is for everyone to be allowed to get some ‘breathing room’ from each other. Whether it is done by each person going to separate rooms/areas of the house or by going outside of the house, the worst thing that can happen is to force everyone to settle their differences immediately. Give time for each person to settle their emotions before discussions are held; and never set deadlines or time limits—doing so will only intensify the situation and may even make things worse. Keep in mind that although you are family, each person is different. Only attempt to talk things over when everyone in the family is ready.

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Change to a different environment

When everyone is ready to talk, hold the discussion somewhere outside the home. It can be a park, a family-friendly restaurant, or even the home of another family member. A change of environment will ease some of the remembrances of the pain and anger of what took place, which may help the conversation go more smoothly. It will also relieve some of the tension and aid in moderating actions and emotions.

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