The holiday season is here—a time for love, laughter, and... complicated family dynamics. Whether it’s managing judgmental relatives, dealing with past tensions, or balancing sobriety in a celebratory setting, the holidays can be both joyful and challenging. In this episode, we explore how to strengthen family connections while protecting your emotional well-being.

Host Brooke Plack shares insights, relatable stories (including Emma’s inspiring journey of navigating a family gathering with grace and support), and actionable tips like setting boundaries, communicating kindly, and focusing on the positives.

You’ll learn:

How to defuse tension and steer conversations in healthier directions.

The importance of supporting loved ones through their unique journeys.

A fresh perspective on turning holiday stress into meaningful moments.

Let’s shift our mindset and create a season of connection, healing, and joy.

Tune in for heartfelt advice and practical tools to navigate the holiday table—and life beyond it. 

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Connect with Brooke:

Online | www.brookeplack.com

Email | [email protected]

Facebook | www.facebook.com/brookeplack

Instagram | @brookeplack

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Be sure to check out Brooke’s other projects too:

Empire Kids • www.empirekidsar.com

Connect Academy for Children • www.connectafc.com

The Empact One Foundation • www.empactone.org

The Space • www.coworkthespace.com

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Production by Clanton Creative  www.clantoncreative.com

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