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Surviving Family Drama and Embracing Self-Care During ThanksgivingIn this episode of the Laugh Cry Club podcast, hosts Joy, Rebecca, and Chelsea discuss managing family dynamics and conflict during Thanksgiving. They share personal stories of family drama, including Chelsea's emotional phone call with her mother after a period of estrangement. The hosts provide practical tips for navigating holiday stress, such as setting intentions, limiting substances, being prepared with a plan, and the importance of radical acceptance. The episode also includes humorous anecdotes and emphasizes the significance of self-care and maintaining mental health during the holiday season.01:45 Welcome to the Laugh Cry Club02:43 Managing Thanksgiving Conflict03:35 Rebecca's Emotional Week11:44 Joy's Parking Lot Epiphany20:28 Balancing Health and Lifestyle Choices21:46 The Impact of Alcohol on Sleep and Mood28:33 Signs from the Universe33:50 Reconnecting with Family36:17 Navigating Holiday Conflicts41:22 Setting Boundaries and Self-Care During Holidays50:24 Conclusion and Gratitude
By Joy Parrish, LPC // Rebecca Zeleny, LCSW5
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Surviving Family Drama and Embracing Self-Care During ThanksgivingIn this episode of the Laugh Cry Club podcast, hosts Joy, Rebecca, and Chelsea discuss managing family dynamics and conflict during Thanksgiving. They share personal stories of family drama, including Chelsea's emotional phone call with her mother after a period of estrangement. The hosts provide practical tips for navigating holiday stress, such as setting intentions, limiting substances, being prepared with a plan, and the importance of radical acceptance. The episode also includes humorous anecdotes and emphasizes the significance of self-care and maintaining mental health during the holiday season.01:45 Welcome to the Laugh Cry Club02:43 Managing Thanksgiving Conflict03:35 Rebecca's Emotional Week11:44 Joy's Parking Lot Epiphany20:28 Balancing Health and Lifestyle Choices21:46 The Impact of Alcohol on Sleep and Mood28:33 Signs from the Universe33:50 Reconnecting with Family36:17 Navigating Holiday Conflicts41:22 Setting Boundaries and Self-Care During Holidays50:24 Conclusion and Gratitude

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