148. 5 Tips to Negotiate Holiday Plans and Avoid Scheduling Conflicts with the Ex

Isn't there just something fun and exciting about the Holidays?  

It seems to be a time of excitement and high hopes for family "togetherness".  You probably want to plan fun, festive activities so that you're able to enjoy memorable moments with your kids.

But to make all that fun happen, you might need to negotiate a few logistics with your former spouse…

…which could lead to stress and conflict — YUCK!

We hear you and have been there more times than we've wanted to be.  

Yet, over the years we've discovered 5 practical tips that can reduce the headaches and avoid the heartaches that often come when negotiations break down.

If you're anticipating changes to the visitation schedule this holiday season, don't procrastinate!  We'll help you navigate the negotiations so they don't rob your joy.  

Hop into this episode to discover how you can approach negotiations well and enjoy more peace this Holiday Season! 

You'll Discover:

• 5 tips for negotiating schedule changes with your former spouse that can increase cooperation and ease tension 
• How to stay focused on what's best for the kids and set them up for a peaceful Holiday Season 
• Practical strategies for responding to your child's disappointment when they miss an activity
• Simple thoughts for managing your own emotions when things don't go as planned 

Resources from this Episode:

• Episode 67. The Best Co-Parenting Strategy That You Already Know
• Episode 112. 3 Dangerous Dynamics That Can Destroy Co-Parenting - And Hurt the Kids
• Episode 113. How to Respond When Being Disregarded, Devalued or Dismissed by Your Former Spouse
• Episode 135. How to Set Appropriate Boundaries and Negotiate Well with Your Ex-Spouse 
• Episode 33. How to Cope with a Difficult Ex and Protect Your Kids
• Episode 31. 3 Unexpected Ways to Improve How You Cope with Your Ex
• Episode 71. How to Help Kids Cope with Painful Holiday Disappointment
• Episode 84. How to Cope with sadness, anxiety and longing while your kids are gone

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