Category Archives: Holidays
Every New Year is the Year in Which They’ll Conquer the World
Dysfunctional families enjoy pretending. They pretend that their children are smarter than they really are, they consistently make up their own accomplishments (if their neighbor has a PhD in biophysics, certainly they could and should have one too!), and they … Continue reading
Filed under Holidays, Personality Traits
When Ornaments Become Weapons: Eggnog Over Eggshells
It’s a time for magic and wonder, love and good cheer, generosity and good will. It’s a time for delicious food – piles of cookies, dozens of cakes and pies, glazed slices of ham, mountains of mashed potatoes, boats of … Continue reading
Filed under Behavior, Holidays, Personality Traits, Relationships
3. Holidays Take on New Meanings
Holidays are normally a time for good cheer—a time when families join hands and genuinely appreciate each other’s company. After all, the premise behind most holidays is one of love and gratefulness; happiness and sacrifice. However, these characteristics often run … Continue reading