Spending time with family during the holidays can be one of the most beautiful parts of the season, but it often serves as a source of major stress. Family can cause drama that can deter from the joy of the holiday season if you are not properly prepared to handle it. There are steps you can take to prepare for and manage holiday stress caused by dealing with family members. The following outlines a few of those measures that can be taken to help you best manage this type of holiday stress.