Carolyn Hax: In the face of turmoil, it is best to keep yourself steady

Sat., Jan. 10, 2015 View in your Web browser

In the face of turmoil, it is best to keep yourself steady

Adapted from a recent online discussion:

Hi, Carolyn:

In a couple hours, I’m heading out for a very stressful weekend. I’d love any words of wisdom. Here’s the short version: weekend with immediate and extended family 1,000 miles from home (i.e., far away from support system). Coming together due to a recent and unexpected death in the family. Several extended family members don’t want me there — they think it should be just one generation — however, I’m going to support my parent.   Read full article »