Handling Holiday Stress: Leah Gartner's Tips for Family Harmony
Personal responsibility is a huge umbrella that I would love to invite the listener into, and in the context of family holidays or getaways with family or whatever's happening, and you're choosing to be in that situation, right, like? You do have choice here and you have a choice around how you show up.
Holidays can be a mixed bag—filled with joy, but also potential stress, especially when family dynamics come into play. In this episode of 'Holistic Horizons', Dr. Jude sits down with Leah Gartner, a seasoned relationship coach, to tackle the tricky subject of navigating family triggers during the festive season. Leah brings a wealth of experience from her work at The Relationship School, where she trains individuals to become relational leaders in their families and communities.
She shares practical advice on how to handle those inevitable holiday stressors by focusing on personal responsibility and setting clear boundaries. Leah also emphasizes the importance of being aware of our own triggers and learning to sit with uncomfortable feelings rather than avoiding them. One standout piece of advice she offers is the role of meditation in self-care, which can help us stay grounded amid the holiday chaos.
This episode is packed with tips and insights that can help you turn potentially stressful family gatherings into opportunities for deeper connection and understanding. Whether you're dreading the holidays or looking for ways to enhance your family time, Leah's advice is both timely and transformative.