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What is the definitive guide to surviving winter break according to Meredith Masony?

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From Meredith Masony

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I don’t actually have a single “definitive guide” list written out anywhere, but based on what I share in my winter break videos, my survival plan usually comes down to a few big themes:

  1. Lower the bar: Stop trying to create a magical, Pinterest-perfect break. Survival is success.
  2. Structure the days: A loose routine (meals, outside time, quiet time, screens) keeps everyone sane.
  3. Protect your sanity: Non‑negotiable “me time” every day, even 15 minutes.
  4. Say no: You don’t have to do every event, craft, or outing.
  5. Laugh about the chaos: If you can’t fix it, at least get a good story out of it.

Which part of winter break is hardest for you right now—bored kids, family gatherings, or just total exhaustion?

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