Handling Awkward or Stressful Holiday Get-Togethers
Episode description
The holidays are fast approaching. Although this can be a wonderful time of year, for some individuals the holidays can produce a lot of anxiety. Awkward or triggering conversations that happen at family gatherings, and at the family table, can create a lot of unnecessary stress and pressure. Knowing that many people expect to have these uncomfortable or triggering conversations, in this episode we wanted to share some tips for navigating these moments. We share out 5 tips, and also provide our own personal input on how to get through the stress of gatherings in the best ways possible.
"Thanksgiving Tips- Navigating Tough Holiday Conversations" Article: https://www.courier-journal.com/story/life/wellness/health/2020/11/10/thanksgiving-2020-tips-to-navigate-tough-holiday-conversations/6144220002/
"Tricky Conversations At The Holiday Table" Article: https://www.gominno.com/parents/how-to-navigate-tricky-conversations-at-the-holiday-table/
"Navigating Difficult Conversations At Thanksgiving" Article: https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-navigate-difficult-conversations-at-thanksgiving-5086516
CDC "Coping With Stress" Article: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/about/copingwith-stresstips.html
"How To Help Someone With Anxiety" Article: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/how-to-help-someone-with-anxiety
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