Tomorrow is the first Christmas I won't be waking up in my parent's house. This is the scary unknown part of being in a relationship that I'm still learning to navigate. This past week <PERSON> and I practiced something called ``managing expectations.'' We laid down what we wanted to get out of our holiday travels both individually and as a couple. This practice helps us decide what to prioritize. It anticipates conflict and squashes it upfront so that we can spend the holidays cherishing our time with each other and our families. What are your holiday plans? Let me know in the comments below!