08:Home for the Holidays: Navigating the Stress of Family Gatherings

Is it really the most wonderful time of the year…. or the most anxiety-inducing? If visiting family has you stressed, know that you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m discussing how to deal with the challenges of going home for the holidays after starting your healing or spiritual journey. We’ll dive into how these holiday gatherings can be triggering and disruptive to our nervous systems and the different ways that you can support yourself through these situations.   Topics Covered in this Episode: My experience with the holidays and why it’s always been a difficult time for me Why it’s so important to be gentle with yourself and to let go of perfectionism Advice for making time for yourself and setting better boundaries (especially when you feel like you want to explode) How to approach situations or conversations around your spiritual and healing journey The power of choosing your energy in triggering situations Responding to others when they have different opinions or perspectives than you Remember: you can’t control others’ reactions, but you can control your own. Which tip was most insightful for you? I would love to know! Reach out to me on Instagram or through email, and let’s continue to expand the conversation.   Links & Mentioned Resources: BOGO 1:1 Expansion Sessions Black Friday Deal!   Connect with Jillian: Instagram Expand the Conversation Instagram Email   Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow, leave a rating and review, share it on social, or pass it along to someone you feel would also appreciate it!