How Do You Deal With Holiday Stress In A Relationship Quiz

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10 Questions | Updated: Jan 07, 2025
How Do You Deal With Holiday Stress in a Relationship Quiz

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also be a source of stress, especially in relationships. 

Balancing family obligations, gift-giving, and holiday expectations can sometimes put a strain on even the strongest relationships. How you and your partner navigate these challenges can have a significant impact on your relationship's health. 

Take this quiz to find out how do you deal with holiday stress in a relationship and discover some helpful tips for a harmonious holiday season together.

Questions Excerpt

1. How do you and your partner decide on holiday plans?

A. We plan together and make compromises

B. We have some conflict but eventually come to an agreement

C. One of us takes charge while the other one gets resentful

2. How do you handle disagreements about holiday spending?

A. We discuss it openly and find a middle ground

B. We try to stick to a budget but sometimes disagree over spendings

C. We argue or give each other the silent treatment over holiday spendings

3. When conflicts arise during family gatherings, how do you react?

A. We support each other and address the issue together

B. One of us may get upset or frustrated, but after a while we work things out

C. My partner and I end up adding to the conflict

4. How do you manage the stress of last-minute holiday preparations?

A. We divide tasks and tackle them together

B. First we argue about what needs to get done and how, but we eventually pull together

C. One of us takes on the mental labor–and the resentment–while the other one relaxes

5. How do you prioritize your partner during the busy holiday season?

A. We make an effort to spend quality time together

B. We try to spend time together when possible, but it's challenging

C. We make time to argue, but that’s about it

6. What is your approach to gift-giving for your partner?

A. We exchange thoughtful gifts based on each other's preferences

B. We try to think of what the other one would appreciate but sometimes miss the mark

C. One or both of us either forgets gifts or forgets what the other one wants

7. How do you communicate your holiday expectations to your partner?

A. We discuss our expectations openly and honestly

B. We share our expectations, but we don't always agree

C. We don’t communicate at all about our holiday expectations

8. How do you handle stress-induced arguments during the holidays?

A. We try to de-escalate the situation and find a resolution

B. We may argue, but we usually make up quickly

C. We avoid confronting issues and hope they'll resolve themselves–but we usually end up blowing up at each other

9. How do you support your partner's emotional well-being during the holiday season?

A. We provide emotional support and check in on each other

B. I offer emotional support when asked for it

C. We either fight or avoid each other

10. How do you feel about seeking outside help (counseling, therapy) to manage holiday stress in your relationship?

A. We are open to seeking professional guidance if needed

B. I am open to it, but my partner may be hesitant

C. My partner and I prefer to handle our issues privately


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