A Better Way to Create New Holiday Traditions
10/21/24 • 33 min
Breaking Free from Dysfunctional Family Patterns
The holidays can be a joyful time, but for many, they come with stress, grief, or the pressure of navigating complicated family dynamics. In this episode of A Better Way: The Podcast, we explore how to break free from dysfunctional family patterns and create new, meaningful holiday traditions that nurture your well-being. Whether you’re dealing with loss, leaving a toxic home, or combining families after marriage, this episode will empower you to set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and establish traditions that reflect your values.
Join us as we cover practical tips on:
Setting clear boundaries to protect your emotional health
Shifting focus to what you can control and practicing gratitude
Honoring loved ones after loss while embracing flexibility
Creating rituals for healing and choosing a “chosen family” after leaving a dysfunctional home
Blending traditions with intention and healthy communication in marriage
Tune in to learn how you can transform this holiday season into one of peace, joy, and personal growth—on your terms. 🎙️
Eleanor L Brown and Isa Banks Nieves - Season: 1 - Episode: 9
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Breaking Free from Dysfunctional Family Patterns
The holidays can be a joyful time, but for many, they come with stress, grief, or the pressure of navigating complicated family dynamics. In this episode of A Better Way: The Podcast, we explore how to break free from dysfunctional family patterns and create new, meaningful holiday traditions that nurture your well-being. Whether you’re dealing with loss, leaving a toxic home, or combining families after marriage, this episode will empower you to set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and establish traditions that reflect your values.
Join us as we cover practical tips on:
Setting clear boundaries to protect your emotional health
Shifting focus to what you can control and practicing gratitude
Honoring loved ones after loss while embracing flexibility
Creating rituals for healing and choosing a “chosen family” after leaving a dysfunctional home
Blending traditions with intention and healthy communication in marriage
Tune in to learn how you can transform this holiday season into one of peace, joy, and personal growth—on your terms. 🎙️
Eleanor L Brown and Isa Banks Nieves - Season: 1 - Episode: 9
Connect with us on Social Media or Visit our website!
Website: https://www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/
Facebook URL: https://www.facebook.com/EleanorBrownCounseling/
Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbrowncounseling/
If you are interested in the book or any of our offerings, check out our Offerings page that lists all things 'A Better Way!'
Buy the book: https://www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/a-better-way
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A Better Way: The PodCast - Rest and Renewal: The Better Way to Self-Care During the Holiday Season
Practical Steps for Whole-Person Healing and Faith-Focused Self-Care
In this episode of A Better Way, we explore how to prioritize rest and renewal as key elements of self-care. Learn practical strategies for integrating self-care into your daily life, balancing physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and aligning your self-care practices with your faith.
Whether you struggle with burnout, stress, or just need a fresh approach to caring for yourself, this episode will guide you toward whole-person healing. Tune in for actionable tips that will help you embrace rest and live a more balanced, fulfilled life.
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Eleanor L Brown and Isa Banks Nieves - Season: 1 - Episode: 8
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Surviving the Holidays: A Better Way to Navigate Grief This Season
Navigating the holiday season after losing a loved one can be one of life's most profound challenges. How do you find joy amid grief, especially when traditions trigger memories of those who are no longer with us? This episode of A Better Way promises to equip you with heartfelt insights and practical strategies for facing these emotional tests. Explore the duality of maintaining faith while acknowledging the void left by those who've passed, and learn through shared personal stories how grief intertwines with family dynamics and unresolved relationships.
Reflecting on our connection to loved ones, we delve into the power of memory and gratitude as healing tools. Discover how fragmented memories and cherished moments can serve as bridges to the past, offering comfort and strength. We'll guide you through practices like prayer and visiting memorials to honor legacies, while showing how these reflections can mend and fortify bonds with those still present in our lives. By integrating gratitude into daily life, you can unlock the blessings even amid sorrow, using them to foster resilience and connection.
Establishing boundaries is vital for nurturing healthy relationships, especially when grief intensifies the need for self-care. Learn scenarios where saying "no" is necessary and how respecting limits can enhance relationships rather than hinder them. Find solace in the hope of reunions in a spiritual realm, and embrace the importance of solitude over isolation for healing. Finally, we invite you to share your holiday traditions with us, fostering a community of support and inspiration as we navigate the season together.
Connect with us on Social Media or Visit our website!
Website: https://www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/
Facebook URL: https://www.facebook.com/EleanorBrownCounseling/
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If you are interested in the book or any of our offerings, check out our Offerings page that lists all things 'A Better Way!'
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