Common holiday triggers

Yes, you're not crazy, the holidays can be totally triggering for a myriad of reasons!

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Being around family members whose political beliefs are, clinically-speaking, bananas.

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Family members who don't respect your boundaries.

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Being expected to participate in religious rituals that don't resonate with you.

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Being reminded to keep quiet about an old family secret.

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Family and friends commending on your appearance, weight or progress in life.

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Being around lots of alcohol, food or substances you're trying to consume in moderation.

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Being an adult and returning to your childhood home.

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Not feeling remotely f*cking festive.

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Being expected to play a role in your family that you have since outgrown (daddy's little girl, scapegoat, mom's therapist etc.)

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