Today we are talking about anxiety during the holidays and how it may be intensified post faith/identity crisis. I want to give you some concrete things you can do to help you lessen the anxiety you may be feeling as you head into holiday gatherings. Pay attention to your brain as you listen to my suggestions. You may find some resistance. That is okay, just notice it as it comes up and stay with me. It makes sense that your brain wants to protect you. That is your brains job. Okay, let's go.