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- The holidays often bring joy and family time.
- Holidays can also cause stress for many people.
- Family expectations often increase pressure and worry.
- People sometimes argue about politics at meals.
- Celebrations cost money and add more stress.
- A short reflection helps people see stress causes.
- A small pause can reduce tension and anger.
- Stop strategies that do not help you.
- Try simpler plans to enjoy the season more.
- Talk kindly with family when possible.
Difficult words
- expectation — belief about what will happenexpectations
- stress — feeling of worry and pressure
- reflection — short quiet thinking about a problem
- tension — feeling of tightness or nervousness
- strategy — plan to solve a problem or helpstrategies
- celebration — social event to show joyCelebrations
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Discussion questions
- Do you feel stress at holidays?
- What simple plan helps you enjoy the season more?
- What do you do to reduce tension or anger?
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