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From Dark Spirits to Holiday Cheer: Confronting Envy at a Christmas Celebration

From Dark Spirits to Holiday Cheer: Confronting Envy at a Christmas Celebration

Dec 19, 2023
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From Dark Spirits to Holiday Cheer: Confronting Envy at a Christmas Celebration
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My friend Steve and his wife, Brenda (not their real names), came to our house for a Christmas party. I haven’t seen them for over a year. They are the kindest and most generous couple I know. As we caught up, I realized I was being critical and sarcastic.

I knew I was doing it, but I couldn’t stop myself. I was stuck. I wanted to turn my comments to the…

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