Family Boundaries During the Holidays (Revisited)

12/18/23 • 45 min

Holiday time often means lots of time with family. Family dynamics can be tough as it is, and then you add the pressure of the holidays, it can be a lot for anyone to manage. Whether you have a really wonderful, close relationship with your family or you tolerate them for a few hours a couple of times a year, holiday gatherings have a way of being stressful, chaotic, and sometimes straight-up uncomfortable. That's where family boundaries come in. We are revisiting our last year's episode with Elizabeth Kaufman. She helps us navigate best practices going into or dealing with tricky situations with family. We discuss boundaries, family traditions (keeping or breaking them), and how to handle when family are upset with your choices. Elizabeth then addresses a few "Dear Elizabeth" questions from our listeners, giving advice on specific situations. Meet Elizabeth Kaufman Elizabeth Kaufman Therapy Elizabeth Kaufman, LCMFT, is a clinically licensed mental health therapist and the owner of Elizabeth Kaufman Therapy. She works with couples and individuals to go below the surface of day-to-day survival mode and create new patterns for their lives. Elizabeth specializes in anxiety and identity work, guiding clients to heal from unhelpful messages and wounds and live according to their values. In addition to practicing therapy, Elizabeth is an adjunct professor for a local graduate therapy program and a Kansas Behavioral Sciences Board-approved supervisor for therapists seeking clinical licensure. In her free time, Elizabeth loves to cook, travel, and spend time with family. What We're Loving In Kansas City Wee Create Studio Started by a local mom, Wee Create Studio in Mission is an awesome place for any kid interested in art. Their classes and workshops focus on process-based art exploration and learning. Check out their classes for littles, after school classes, special workshops and parents night out. Turnstyles Thrift Store TurnStyles Thrift is more than your average thrift shop. You’ll find great bargains on unique clothes, affordable housewares, and more—but as you’re shopping, you are supporting more than 20 programs run by Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas. Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!

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Family Travel Planning Tips | Kansas City MomCast Episode 56

Whether you're planning a spring break trip or looking ahead to summer vacations, this is the episode for you! Kathy Sudeikis has decades of experience as a travel agent and will help us with all the things to think through as we plan upcoming travel including when to buy your tickets, what to consider when choosing a destination and why you should take the trip! Meet Kathy Sudeikis Kathy loves to travel and currently works as the vice president of corporate relations for Acendas Vacation Travel. She attended Regis University and received a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences. What We’re Loving In Kansas City Southmoreland on the Plaza This cozy retreat is a great option for a romantic weekend away, team retreat or get together. Our executive team had the opportunity to plan for the year ahead - enjoying the cozy and spacious community areas at the Southmoreland while retreating for uninterrupted sleep in our own rooms. Each room is themed after a KC legend and fully stocked with everything you will need! Modern Market Also at our retreat, we had the opportunity to enjoy the delicious bowls of the new Modern Market in Corinth Square. Modern Market aims to nourish happiness from the inside out with scratch-made, clean and convenient food. Try their bowls, pizzas, salads and other goodness! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!