1. Make New Holiday Traditions- it is  great time to start new holiday traditions your spouse did not approve of! Even something small like watching your favorite Christmas movie with your kids can help you start making new traditions for your new family dynamic.

2. Stop making yourself feel guilty- it is a great time to realize the positives that are going to come with your new freedom.

3. Do not spend the holidays alone. Go to book clubs, holiday parties, anything but Lifetime movies on your couch a lone.

4. Embrace what you love about the holidays.

5.Stay away from places that you often visited with your x during prior holidays.

If you are thinking about pulling the bandaid off a bad marriage before the holidays, call Hayes Legal Solutions, PLLC at 405-635-5578