What Can Ruin A Relationship - And How to Build Peace Instead with Chris Blue

This post may have affiliate links, which means I may receive commissions if you choose to purchase through links I provide (at no extra cost to you). As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more about these links in my disclosure policy.

Ever feel like holiday stress sometimes spills into your relationship? In today’s episode I am joined by my husband, Chris Blue, to discuss how we can prevent stress from damaging our relationships, and how to stay connected and feeling like a team over the holiday season,

We’ll be covering how to protect your peace, how to intentionally create breathing room and margin, and how to feel more like a team during this busy and hectic season.

Table of Contents

In this episode, we discuss:

The power of communication, and the importance of communicating early on when there’s potential for high-stress moments. We share how our practice of regular check-ins helps us stay connected and avoid misunderstandings, keeping us feeling like we’re on the same team always

Setting irreducible minimums for a peaceful holiday, so that you can be intentional and prioritize what really matters when it comes to all of your family’s hopes and expectations for the holiday season. By getting clear on your ‘must-do’s’ you can reduce pressure and make space for the meaningful, important experiences without feeling overwhelmed

The financial pressures that often accompany the holidays and our tips for how to make these more manageable, including putting regular savings away as you go, having a garage sale to offset some of the christmas costs (and declutter) and being intentional with your spending

The power of taking a pause, whether it’s before you set that boundary to protect or peace, or whether it’s to recharge your energy

And much much more! If you’re feeling overwhelmed this holiday season and if the stress is spilling over into your relationships, give this episode a listen and reconnect with your partner, becoming a team this christmas.

And for more support, check out our free Holiday Reset Guide and our Holiday Peace & Joy Guide