In this half hour episode, Susan Lager addresses an issue so common to millions of people. Tune in and find out about key tools you can use to protect yourself from the "emotional vampires" who have the potential to undermine your feelings of peace and joy during the holiday season. Learn some key strategies to ward off negative social energy, be true to yourself, and be freed up to focus on all the other people who bring love to your life. Why get caught without a plan? Be smart, and have wonderful holidays in spite of the difficult people who will be sitting at the table with you. Call in toll-free 877-497-9046, or if the lines are busy, call in on the regular number at 760-542-4114. Join the conversation with questions, comments, or ideas of your own!