Surviving Family Drama During the Holidays
Episode Overview
Understand how toxic family systems maintain balance. Set boundaries to protect your energy and well-being. Recognise your progress in healing and avoid slipping into old roles. Prioritise relationships with those who respect and support you. Recreate joyful holiday experiences with supportive people.
Walking away from people who do not respect our level of growth and newfound level of healing, that's a sign of strength
Holidays can be a mixed bag of emotions, especially when it involves family drama. In this episode of the Narcissism Recovery Podcast, Yitz Epstein dives into the complexities of family dynamics during the holiday season. Yitz, a seasoned life coach specialising in narcissistic abuse and relationship recovery, shares valuable advice on how to handle the stress and pressure that comes with family gatherings.
He explains how toxic family systems work to maintain balance and how stepping away from these roles can create tension but ultimately lead to personal growth and healing. Yitz offers practical tips for setting boundaries and protecting your energy when dealing with difficult family members. He also discusses the importance of recognising your progress in healing and the potential pitfalls of slipping back into old roles.
If you're feeling the societal pressure to reunite with your family despite the toxicity, this episode provides a compassionate perspective on why it might be better to prioritise your well-being. Yitz reminds us that true family are those who respect and support you, not necessarily those related by blood. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that could change how you approach the holiday season and your relationship with your family.