Bringing along the significant other to the company Christmas party

It’s a difficult decision that can put a strain on any relationship: do I go to the company Christmas party solo or do I bring along my significant other?

Workplace shindigs can be a point of contention for any couple.

Dating and Relationship Coach Christine Hart understands it can be frustrating.

“In my opinion, you need to have that conversation and ask each other, are we going to each other’s Christmas Party this year?” she tells 660News. “And we should have that discussion because if you automatically say no. Suspicions are going to arise and you wonder why can’t I go?”

“If you can bring someone, go out of your way and introduce them to other wives and husbands there so they can get to know each other,” says Hart. “Once you’re there, you can say …. I’d like to spend sometime hanging out with the different departments so I will make sure to introduce you to some people”.

The relationship expert believes the onus is on both parties to make the situation work.

“The responsibility likes within knowing each other, it’s unfair to go to a Christmas party expecting to be entertained,” she says. “That’s disrespecting the partnership there, you have to be able to go and not be someone who isn’t socializing or making an effort… that’s selfish.”

But she warns it’s not okay to be that one individual who dances on the tables with their loved one in the crowd.

“Party within reason,” she laughs. “You don’t want to compromise your position with the company, otherwise you might be going home alone …. don’t use the Christmas party as an opportunity to be that guy or that girl…”

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