It is ironic that we treasure having major holidays with the spirit of love and giving, yet there are many ways that they can be incredibly draining. Much of the “Holiday Spirit” is created by the marketing world and is not a lot of people’s reality. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the need to be realistic and also communicate. You can capture the Holiday Spirit.

Here are 7 Tips from Dr. David Hanscom and Dr. Les Aria for not just Surviving the Holidays but Enjoying the Holidays. 

1. Values 

2. Morning Routine

3. Be Realistic 

4. Communicate - practice listening with your value(s)

5. Be present in conversations (use diffusion - separating from thoughts)

6. Clear Boundaries in communication and foods

7. Pace Yourself - in thoughts, gifts, actions

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