Elisabeth and Merianna talk about the cultural and familial expectations of Thanksgiving and how to take care of yourself in the midst of other people's expectations. You have permission to not celebrate or be present at a place or in a presence that is not good for you.

Links:

• 6 Tips For Handling The Holidays When You Have A Toxic Family
• 9 Women On Their Best Strategies For Managing Toxic Family Members Over The Holidays
• Ten Ways to Keep Family Members From Ruining Your Holidays | Psychology Today
• Dealing with a Dysfunctional Family During the Holidays
• Why We Put Ourselves Last & Why Self-Care Should Be a Priority
• 7 good examples of self-care and 7 that aren't
• The Unselfish Art of Prioritizing Yourself | Psychology Today
• 101 ways to take care of yourself when the world feels overwhelming. - Upworthy