It is aptly named the ‘silly season’ for a reason; all routine and rationale goes out the window. Unrealistic expectations and huge pressure to be one big happy of family can have us all pulling our hair out whether it's festive season or summer holidays. I'll share my five top tips to keep you sane.

Here are the highlights:

(3:00) Where are your flash points? 

(8:55) Have realistic expectations

(14:00) What’s your exit strategy?

(16:45) Try not to take things too seriously

(18:40) Have the difficult conversations in advance

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