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Calm for the Holidays: Boundaries, Guilt & Family Dynamics
The holidays tend to bring out old roles, unspoken expectations, and pressure to keep everyone happy — even at the expense of your own wellbeing. In this episode, Dr. Katie Stahler explores why boundaries feel harder this time of year and how to hold them with clarity, compassion, and nervous-system awareness.
We’ll cover:
✨ Why holiday guilt doesn’t mean your boundary is wrong — just new
✨ How childhood roles resurface in adult dynamics
✨ Scripts for saying no to events, traditions, and uncomfortable conversations
✨ How to protect your energy when others push back
✨ Grounding techniques to support you before and after family gatherings
This is your reminder that you’re not responsible for managing everyone’s emotions.
Your needs matter too and you’re allowed to create a holiday season that doesn’t drain you.
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By Dr KatieThe holidays tend to bring out old roles, unspoken expectations, and pressure to keep everyone happy — even at the expense of your own wellbeing. In this episode, Dr. Katie Stahler explores why boundaries feel harder this time of year and how to hold them with clarity, compassion, and nervous-system awareness.
We’ll cover:
✨ Why holiday guilt doesn’t mean your boundary is wrong — just new
✨ How childhood roles resurface in adult dynamics
✨ Scripts for saying no to events, traditions, and uncomfortable conversations
✨ How to protect your energy when others push back
✨ Grounding techniques to support you before and after family gatherings
This is your reminder that you’re not responsible for managing everyone’s emotions.
Your needs matter too and you’re allowed to create a holiday season that doesn’t drain you.