Ep. 14 🎶 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

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

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

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

✨ Listen now to embrace the season with poise and purpose! 🎙️

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

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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