208 - Calm in the Chaos: 3 Strategies to Navigate Triggering Family Dynamics

I love the holidays... and they can often mean time around extended family that can be super triggering.    So if you’re bracing for Aunt Edna’s constant commentary, grandma’s passive aggressive tone, and Uncle Bill’s parenting advice (ugh) - I've got you.     Here’s the good news - there are things you can do to regulate your nervous system so that these challenging family dynamics don't set you off.   Three things you’ll learn in this episode: How to resource yourself before stepping into triggering situations so your nervous system is best prepared How you can set healthy and loving boundaries around time with extended family Ways to regulate when you notice yourself becoming activated in social situations   TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!   ASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!   REGULATION RESOURCES   BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLE   FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective   JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show!  This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey.  Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.”  Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!--🧠 What's your capacity pattern? Take the free 2-minute quiz and unlock The Capacity Code — a personalized private podcast episode for your specific nervous system. → Take the Capacity Pattern Quiz