The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but for many, it also brings stress, triggers, and the resurfacing of unresolved trauma.

Lauren Massa joins the podcast to share her tips for setting boundaries and protecting your peace this holiday season! Lauren is a licensed counselor and clinical trauma clinician practicing in MD and CO. She feels passionately about building a relationship with her clients to strengthen their self-views and heal from the traumas they may have experienced throughout their lifetime. She loves her work with local moms searching for support on reinforcing boundaries and rediscovering their voices and strength, as well as specializing in the neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ communities. In her free time, you will typically find Lauren out enjoying the sunshine with her cats or chickens while on the lookout for good book suggestions!

In this episode:

• How trauma from childhood or past experiences can affect our holiday experiences.
• The role of boundaries in protecting your emotional well-being.
• Tools like breathwork and intentional decision-making to create space before responding to holiday demands.
• Why understanding your worth is essential to setting and maintaining boundaries.
• Practical tips for navigating difficult family dynamics with clarity and compassion.
• How to redefine holiday traditions to align with your values and needs.

Resources:

Website: https://www.forestbeachcounseling.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forestbeachcounseling/

Lauren’s Blog Post, “5 Tips for Setting Boundaries this Holiday Season”: https://www.forestbeachcounseling.com/blog/5-tips-for-setting-boundaries-this-holiday-season

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