For many of us, the end of the year can bring up a lot of emotions and stress. When we’re in fight or flight mode, the mind cannot see possibility–it only sees catastrophe. Most people don’t give themselves sufficient space for all of the things on their to-do list. Between travel plans, shopping lists, and in my case, setting up our condo in Miami for Thanksgiving, it’s safe to say that I was feeling overwhelmed. 

I noticed that my mind was racing and my body was giving me all sorts of signs to slow down. But instead of leaning into that stress, I found my island of respite. There’s real power in cushioning between events and responsibilities. Even a little bit of space provides the opportunity to reset and refocus on what’s actually important during the holidays. 

So, I gave myself permission to rearrange plans and focus on the details that were in my control. And guess what? Things are turning out exactly as they were meant to. The universe has a funny way of doing that. On today’s episode, I share how you can create boundaries around your islands of respite so that you can show up whole for yourself and your family this holiday season. 

Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, or on your favorite podcast platform. 

Topics Covered:

• Getting curious about body language
• The four qualities of healthy breathing: deep, slow, quiet, and regular
• What an ‘island of respite’ is, and what it can do for your well-being
• How to move your thoughts towards solution and possibility
• Ways to prioritize your needs and desires during the holidays

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Credit:

• Podcast Production by the team at Swell Podcasting
• Music by Phoebe Greenland
• Photography by Amy Boyle Photography
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