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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
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Going home for Christmas? 10 expert tips for getting on with everyone and avoiding family tension

How to avoid family arguments: Two women taking a selfie on Christmas day.

News flash: it's three days until Christmas, which might be why you're Googling how to avoid family arguments. Sure, December is full of festive cheer, but it can also be an incredibly taxing month that brings out the worst in people.

Not only that, but returning to your childhood home for an extended period of time if you are doing that can trigger a mixture of emotions. For the majority, it'll likely be the longest amount of time you've spent at home this year - which, you're likely looking forward to, but might feel daunted about, too. 

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