It’s entirely possible to love and dread the holidays at the same time—especially in 2021, which promises awkward conversations along with glad tidings and good...
, but also the possibility that some attendees have taken safety protocols more seriously than others., it’s essential. I spoke with Dr. Joshua Morganstein, associate professor of psychiatry at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, and Rick Hanson, a psychologist and senior fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, about staying safe and happy this holiday season.
Set aside any impulse to “win” an argument. Drawing a line about safety doesn’t mean “lashing out or punishing others,” Hanson notes—and definitely is not about politics. Instead, Hanson advises finding common ground. When discussing safety precautions, he suggests framing challenges as a “we” issue; in other words, “What’s good for all of us? How can we make an arrangement that we all agree to?” Rather than talking about the pandemic or public health in general, focus on concrete actions that need to be taken , agreements or results ., that doesn’t mean you should disregard the impact your decision has on others.
And remember that the pandemic has impacted everyone. “They’re freaked out too,” Hanson says. “It’s been a hard year for them, too.”Whether you’re more worried about spreading COVID-19 or tackling a tough conversation with your unvaccinated uncle, making a plan can help. Infectious disease experts recommend hashing out how you’ll limit the spread of COVID-19 at your get-togethers as soon as possible. Vaccination,
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