How to handle the holidays when marriage is falling apart

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I (47M) and my wife (41F) have been struggling with our relationship since April of this year. We are still friendly and amicable but the relationship is not improving. We’re considering a trial separation.

We have a child, 8 years-old, as well as extended family obligations during the holiday season and I’m not sure I have it in me to keep up appearances. With every activity so far - seeing Santa, prepping Christmas cards, planning our family get-together - my heart breaks more and more. I’m not sure how to get through this without alienating family, hurting our child, losing my mind.

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