December 23, 2025

Ep 570- My #1 Holiday Tip (for Dealing with Difficult Family Members)

The holidays can bring joy—and a lot of stress, especially when difficult family members are involved. In this short and sweet episode, I share my number one tip for getting through holiday gatherings with more peace, less frustration, and a lot more compassion. If family dynamics tend to push your buttons, this gentle reminder may change everything.

  • Why the holidays can feel harder when difficult family members are involved
  • The number one practice that can bring immediate relief during family gatherings
  • How wishing people were different actually increases your stress
  • The role your thoughts play in making situations feel more painful
  • What it really means to bless and accept people as they are
  • Letting go of the need to change others to protect your own peace
  • Turning difficult relationships over to God instead of carrying the burden yourself
  • How acceptance can help you show up as your best self
  • A simple mindset shift that can make the holidays feel lighter and calmer
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