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Holidays can be a stressful time for new couples.
Having different hopes, expectations, and demands can add strain and affect your moods.
You might want to be together during these special days.
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Or conversely, you might expect youll be with your own families or making separate plans.
What Challenges Do New Couples Face During the Holidays?
Below are some examples of how that may play out.
This causes you to lose sleep and stress about it.
Nor do you know if New Years Eve plans will involve being together.
You clam up because you dont want to show that youre concerned.
Summon the courage to drop the facade to be honest and speak up!
Open and courageouscommunicationcan foster a closer, more supportive and trusting relationship.
As you could see, reducing your stress level and opening up communication can help with these challenges.
What Do Couples Argue About in New Relationships?
They might feel compelled to purchase something expensive as their family spends big for the holidays.
Or they might feel thats the best way to show you how much they care.
We know that in gift-giving,its the thought that counts.
Yet, problems withreciprocityare common.
We worry about whether or not we got our special someone the right gift.
Reciprocation anxiety can be burdensome and may be alleviated or resolved with clear and honest communication.
One person in a new relationship might feel sad, lonely, or overwhelmed.
While navigating a new relationship during the holidays may bring challenges, it can also be rewarding and wonderful.
Published 2021 Aug 26. doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2021.710491
