With this being full holiday mode that we’re now in, I’d like to take a moment to remind you of The Force:

Given that The Force works both ways — negative and positive — it’s important we use it for positive purposes only.

It’s just so damn easy during this festive {ha!} time of the year to want to unload on those around us, those we love the most.

The Holidays are sneaky like that. They have an incredibly gifted way of bringing out the worst in us.

Don’t let that happen.

Give the finger to dysfunctional family dynamics and roles. Use The Force to your advantage. And breathe. Long deep breaths. Close your eyes. You’ll make it through.

And, hey, if it’s really bad — there’s always next year. It’s just a day. I tell myself that every day … that today, it’s just a day. It might sound fancy or more important than other days, but it’s not.

All days are equal in their significance and insignificance. It’s what we do with the day we’re given.

Go do you. Go forth in peace. And love. And a Star Wars shirt if you have one.