Topic: Holiday Schedule

The second half of the year often feels accelerated due to the density of family events, including back-to-school transitions and birthdays. The UK school schedule, specifically the two-week October half-term, is criticized for contributing to seasonal stress. Research suggests that individuals experiencing higher success and lower stress perceive time as moving more slowly and enjoy a more manageable pace of life.

Glenn marks the seven-year anniversary of his divorce and explains his specific holiday custody schedule. He insists on seeing his children every Christmas, utilizing a system where one parent has the children from Christmas Eve until after lunch, at which point they swap. He emphasizes the need for consistency for the children rather than negotiating the schedule annually.