It is finally the time of year where people will be heading home for the upcoming holidays. In a week that should be stress-free for the first time in a while, it is also easy to get wrapped up in who to see while you are back home. Your friends may wanna do something but of course you always have to see family. I’m going to try and help you balance the two, so you can have a stress-free holiday break.
First, let’s talk about family. They are some of the most important people in our lives, and we must make time for them. Try scheduling a day or night where you can all be there with each other and either play games, watch a movie or just eat dinner and catch up with each other. Remember, they miss you like crazy, and as we get older, we must spend some time with them because they have to see our life through pictures most days of the year. Holidays can bring out the worse in people, but cherish the good times you have with them and make the most out of situations that arise.
Next, friends. Friends from back home are special. They have seen us grow, and if they are still around, they are clearly important people. As we get older, we are all super busy, so it is crucial to make time to see each other and catch up. They understand what it is like to be busy. And it can be nice to lean on each other when your family gets to be too much. Just try not to see them every night. I’m sure their families want to see them too.
So just try your best. Make time for both. You could even invite your friends to your house and do both in one night. I know I am going to do that when I get home. And enjoy yourself. This is supposed to be a break from all the stress.