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4 Ways To Make New Memories With The Old Ones At Christmas
It’s Christmas time again and it’s no surprise that many of us are thinking about the value of traditions.
They are part and parcel of our Christmas lives, an ever present reminder of the good times from years gone by and a chance to construct new ones too.
Sharing traditions with family ties us to one another and helps us preserve the good memories from the day-to-day grind. And it can make all the difference.
Christmas is a time for family, friends and, of course, presents. But if you’re feeling nostalgic and stressed by the pressure to repeat happy childhood Christmases, take a step back.
Avoid nostalgia-induced stress
Nostalgia is a mixed blessing.
On the one hand, it’s a pleasant feeling that makes us feel connected to others and allows us to appreciate the good times we’ve shared. On the other hand, it can also cause us to long for what is no longer there — a lost loved one or a place that was home.
As Christmas approaches, I start thinking about my family and our traditions. My immediate family isn’t big, but my extended family is pretty big. Between the two, we’ve got a lot of Christmases to remember (and maybe some to forget). When we compare ourselves with our…
