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It's a time of celebration, but Christmas day with the family can be nerve-wracking and depressing. We offer some tips on how to cope. Visiting the extended family for the holidays? Here’s how to keep your sanity in the face of all  that good cheer. How to avoid family arguments at Christmas. Watch this video: How to behave at the office Christmas party: And finally an article from THE GUARDIAN

In most countries, Christmas begins and ends on 25th December. But in England and other Commonwealth nations, the good times  roll on  into  the next day,  known as  Boxing Day. Writer Cat Allen shares some traditions and  memories  from her  childhood .  CLICK HERE TO READ AND LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE.

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