Episode 105 - The "December Protocol": How to Survive the Holidays Without Killing Each Other (Part 1)

Does the most wonderful time of the year make you want to tie your spouse to a chair? You aren't alone. We love Christmas, but we don’t love the stress, the fatigue, and the arguments that come with it.

In Part 1 of this holiday survival series, we’re opening up our personal "December Protocol"—the strategy we developed after one too many holiday meltdowns (and one infamous leaf blower incident).

Join us as we discuss:

💡 The "December Protocol": Why you need a game plan taped to your planner before the 1st of the month.

💡Expectations vs. Reality: Why Scott’s stocking was empty and why Heidi is buying her own gifts.

💡Boundaries: Saying "no" to the 14th school concert to say "yes" to your sanity.

💡The "3-Gift Rule": How we simplified our shopping using the Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh method.

💡Prioritizing Us: Why research says desire should be high in December, but exhaustion kills the mood.

From "Jerusalem Dinners" at Circle K to managing family comparison, tune in to learn how to keep your marriage off the naughty list this year.

(Stay tuned for Part 2 on Friday where we cover Communication, Stress Management, and Traditions!)