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Ep. 14 š¶ It's the Most Stressful Time of the Year! But it doesnāt 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. š
Key Takeaways for the Summary
1ļøā£ Mindful RSVPs: Always respond promptlyāit's a sign of respect to your host!
2ļøā£ Gift-Giving Gracefully: Choose meaningful gifts while being sensitive to allergies and preferences.
3ļøā£ Empathy for Emotional Triggers: Recognize past traumas and respect different levels of holiday enthusiasm.
⨠Listen now to embrace the season with poise and purpose! šļø
Letās create spaces of empathy, avoid imposing our own holiday cheer, and foster genuine connections this season.
Resources: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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 14 š¶ It's the Most Stressful Time of the Year! But it doesnāt 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. š
Key Takeaways for the Summary
1ļøā£ Mindful RSVPs: Always respond promptlyāit's a sign of respect to your host!
2ļøā£ Gift-Giving Gracefully: Choose meaningful gifts while being sensitive to allergies and preferences.
3ļøā£ Empathy for Emotional Triggers: Recognize past traumas and respect different levels of holiday enthusiasm.
⨠Listen now to embrace the season with poise and purpose! šļø
Letās create spaces of empathy, avoid imposing our own holiday cheer, and foster genuine connections this season.
Resources: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
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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