November marks the start to the holiday season; a time of gratitude, family and traditions. We all know that family, while we love them, can sometimes demand a lot from us. All that togetherness can take an emotional toll,  which is why it is especially important to set proper boundaries come the holidays. With these tips, you'll forget why you even came to dread this time of year in the first place and you'll gain a better appreciation for the time you do have together. 

1. Set a time limit for phone conversations; your time is valuable, and you don't need an excuse when you're ready to hang up.

I received this suggestion from a networking event I attended a few weeks ago, and I think it is such a good rule to go by. The woman said "if I'm spending more than 30 minutes on the phone, you better believe the other person is paying for my time." This may come across as harsh, but it's very true, and I find myself feeling drained with conversations any longer than 45 minutes. Conti...