From the outside, a big, noisy, everyone-under-one-roof Christmas sounds magical but for many families, it comes with emotional strain, clashing expectations and hidden stress. Whether it’s navigating complicated dynamics, overstimulated kids or the pressure to play happy families, the holiday season can leave some feeling more drained than delighted. Yet this side of Christmas is rarely talked about openly. If you've ever left a family gathering wondering why it felt so exhausting, you're not alone. Here’s why the ideal of “one big family Christmas” isn’t always picture-perfect and how to protect your peace without guilt.
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