Making the Most of Family Interactions During the Holiday Season [Part 2]

Today's episode is sponsored by Dr. Kimber’s upcoming book, Still: Making a Whole When Parts Go Missing, which will be released in late January, and it’s part two of a three part mini-series to help us prepare and approach the holiday season in a way that works for each of us, so we can end the year and move into the new year minimizing stress and regret, and feeling more connected and refreshed into 2023.In this episode, we're diving into family dynamics during the holidays to help you navigate and approach the upcoming weeks in a way that helps you feel more connected, especially when spending time with your family of origin, taking a look at the what, the why, and the how of having a connecting time. Key moments include:1:39 – The What, The Why, and The How of having a connecting time 3:10 – How to cope with the feeling of showing up small 6:55 – If you’re finding yourself falling back into familial patterns 15:55 – How can you find respect in disagreements 18:26 – How to create space for other people’s opinions and thoughts 27:48 – Looking at what you can and cannot control during the holidays Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-infoPlease remember that this podcast is not a replacement for treatment by a healthcare or mental health professional.  This content is created for education and entertainment purposes only. Join 'A Moment of Pause' Newsletter: https://drkimber.activehosted.com/f/5Fierce + Gentle Retreats - fiercegentleretreats.comConnect with Dr. Kimber:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_kimber/About My Work: https://www.drkimber.netFierce Gentle Community: https://www.drkimber.net/fierce-gentleBook: Still: Making A Whole When Parts Go Missing