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Laura Williams-Burke

Dec 20, 2021

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Why Are We Treating The Holidays Like Something to “Get Through”?

Surviving the Christmas rush doesn’t have to be a marathon of meeting expectations.

A Christmas tree with lights illuminated in a darkened room. A fireplace is to the left of the tree, with framed photos displayed in built-in shelves behind the tree. Wrapped gifts are arranged underneath the tree. — Photo by **Brett Sayles** from **Pexels**

“This is the happiest I’ll be between now and next year,” my friend said morosely, staring into her coffee cup.

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