Grace & Grind

It's the Most Stressful Time of the Year: How to Handle Holidays with Grace and Empathy


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Ep. 14 šŸŽ¶ It's the Most Stressful Time of the Year! But it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion blends her expertise in etiquette and mindfulness to help you handle the holidays with grace and empathy. Learn how to navigate RSVPs, thoughtful gift-giving, and tricky emotional triggers while respecting diverse traditions. Whether you're hosting or attending, this episode equips you with practical tips to create meaningful connections and reduce holiday stress. 🌟

Key Takeaways for the Summary

1ļøāƒ£ Mindful RSVPs: Always respond promptly—it's a sign of respect to your host!

2ļøāƒ£ Gift-Giving Gracefully: Choose meaningful gifts while being sensitive to allergies and preferences.

3ļøāƒ£ Empathy for Emotional Triggers: Recognize past traumas and respect different levels of holiday enthusiasm.


✨ Listen now to embrace the season with poise and purpose! šŸŽ™ļø

Let’s create spaces of empathy, avoid imposing our own holiday cheer, and foster genuine connections this season.

Resources:
  • šŸ«–Harney and Sons Earl Grey Tea: Get it on Amazon
  • Crisis helpline phone numbers: Dial 988 or Text 741741
  • Etiquette Coaching with Dr. Pamala Totallyyou-nique – Consulting

  • Chapters:

    0:00 Holiday Etiquette and Stress Management Tips

    9:00 Managing Seasonal Stress

    12:07 Respecting Holiday Traditions and Gift-Giving Boundaries

    14:53 Understanding Trauma and Sensitivity During the Holiday Season

    19:47 Understanding Kwanzaa's Impact and Sensitivity to Trauma

    22:02 Understanding Trauma and Its Physical Manifestations

    23:16 Conclusion + Ways to Help

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