20 Holiday Tips for Dealing With an Unaccepting Family

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Your family might not be accepting, but that doesn't mean you can't stay safe.

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Our holiday survival guide
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Cap the pre-break with happy times
list
Make a list of things to look forward to
think
Consider upcoming problems
journal
Do some journaling
hide
Hide personal belongings
phone
Check in with a partner or buddy
email
Or check in with your therapist
health
Take care of yourself and your body
relax
Put time aside for yourself
visit
Find excuses to get out
volunteer
Volunteer
friend
Stay over at a friend's house
travel
Or cut the break short
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Reach out to supportive family
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And strategically come out
lonely
Look for solutions
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Check out LGBT events nearby
escape
Come up with an escape plan
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Don't give in
treat
Treat yourself
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Your family might not be accepting, but that doesn't mean you can't stay safe.

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