Who's going on a guilt trip? Not us! We're here with strategies to save you from your awkward Thanksgiving table discussions.
How can we stay authentic and honest in the midst of conversations that make us feel uncomfortable, awkward, or angry? We've gathered some resources to keep you high vibing, even in the midst of some low-vibe discussion tactics.
How best can you respond to passive aggression? How do you avoid a guilt trip? What can you say to turn an awkward question back on its source? When and how can you change the subject? We've collected all the ideas!
So maintain your peace over the holidays with these strategies...... or just have fun listening to the craziest ones, because don't worry, we've got those for you too!
Articles:
Dealing with Passive-Aggressives Without Losing Your Mind: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mindful-anger/201711/dealing-passive-aggressives-without-losing-your-mind
How to Respond When Someone Tries to Guilt Trip You: https://www.bustle.com/articles/177466-5-ways-to-respond-when-someone-tries-to-guilt-trip-you
How to Respond to Rude or Inappropriate Remarks: https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-respond-to-rude-or-inappropriate-remarks
A Smart-Ass Guide to Navigating Awkward Questions over Thanksgiving Dinner: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/nov/22/thanksgiving-dinner-awkward-family-questions-answer-guide
How to Handle Difficult Family Members This Holiday Season: https://www.forbes.com/sites/francesbridges/2019/11/27/how-to-handle-difficult-family-members-this-holiday-season/?sh=25015d8f2696
6 Ways to Shut Down Your Nosy Family Members at Thanksgiving: http://gomag.com/article/6-ways-to-shut-down-your-nosy-family-members-at-thanksgiving/
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