As the end of another year approaches, so, too, does the holiday season…which can bring up a range of emotions (and may differ for each of us!). For some, it can bring excitement, happiness, and warmth. For others, it may trigger past traumas, stress, and grief — or perhaps a combination of feelings.

This episode is part one of a three part mini-series to help us prepare and approach the holiday season with a strategic plan, so we can end the year and move into the new year minimizing stress and regret, and supporting ourselves in ways that will help us emerge into 2023 refreshed and rejuvenated.

Key moments include:

2:50 – A how-to guide on staying connected during the holiday period.

4:04 – The importance of taking time to carve out and use your imagination so you can get an idea of what you are wanting and what you want to value.

5:56 – When feeling loss or devastation, how to skip channeling a toxic positivity mindset to help you delve into the pain you’re keeping away, and finding things that will help with healing.

9:23 – How you can shift the focus of the holiday in your household.

13:58 – On not ignoring the pain and stress that you're experiencing (and what to do instead).

20:38 – How you can approach this holiday time so you have a different experience.

24:27 – How the holidays can be a valuable time to review your habits and routines.

Check out past episodes and more information here: https://www.drkimber.net/podcast-info

Please 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.

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