Holiday plans, zero energy: protecting your relationship before December
Late November often brings a rush of invitations, expectations and to-do lists for the coming holidays. When both partners are already exhausted, even simple questions about plans can end in tense silence or sharp comments. In online couples therapy we talk about what each of you actually fears and wants from this season. We explore old disappointments and invisible labour that make you dread December instead of looking forward to it. Together we look at which traditions you truly want to keep and which you are maintaining only out of guilt. We also practise setting boundaries with family in a way that does not turn your partner into the "bad one". By clarifying your priorities now, you reduce the chance that holiday stress will explode into bigger conflict. If you already feel drained before the decorations are even up, registering for support can help you face the season as a team rather than as opponents.
