You may be surrounded by holiday cheer right now, but perhaps, like the Grinch, the happiness around you is in stark contrast to the feeling of discontent on the inside. For many couples, the holidays can magnify the pain of unresolved conflict. Instead of laughter around the table, you might notice arguments springing from small disappointments or the tension of past wounds overshadowing family celebrations. In homes that are meant to reflect warmth and love, you may feel more alone than ever—longing for feelings of closeness and safety that seem out of reach.