Embracing the Holidays: Strategies for Surviving and Thriving
About this episode
The episode provides strategies for managing holiday stress and maintaining mental well-being during family gatherings.
Hosts Adam and Mary, both therapists, provide advice on setting realistic expectations, managing reactions, and creating exit strategies during family gatherings, especially when facing challenging relatives. They also suggest embracing solitude with self-care practices and forming new traditions, such as Friendsgiving, if one is unable to be with family. Additionally, tips for those working through the holidays or feeling lonely are shared, emphasizing proactive mental health care and community connection. The episode aims to offer practical guidance to enjoy the holidays while maintaining mental well-being. DM or reach out for more info about working with us or media opportunities. Visit Mary at marybtherapy and @marybtherapy and Adam at adamboardmanmft.com and @adamboardmanmft Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only; it solely provides self-help tools for your use. This podcast does not provide health care or psychological therapy services and does not diagnose or treat any physical or mental ailment of the mind or body. The content is not a substitute for therapy or any advice given by a licensed psychologist or other licensed or registered professionals.
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