Setting Healthy Holiday Boundaries: Protecting Your Family's Space and Peace • 13

12/04/23 • 11 min

In this episode, Becca delves into the topic of setting healthy boundaries for the holidays. Drawing from my own experiences and insights, I discuss the importance of protecting your family from stress, strife, and overbearing relatives during the holiday season.
You'll hear practical advice on determining what is best for your family unit, discussing the possibility of not traveling, having a quiet Christmas at home, and limiting time with certain family members.
With a biblical perspective on the significance of boundaries, we talk about the importance of being respectful yet firm in setting and maintaining boundaries.
Tune in to learn how to navigate the holiday season with grace and assertiveness, ensuring that your family's needs are prioritized and respected.
Things mentioned in the podcast:
• Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud

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Run Wild, Live Free - Setting Healthy Holiday Boundaries: Protecting Your Family's Space and Peace • 13

Transcript

Becca00:00:00.029

Uh, the holidays. It's time to get together with family and friends. And, well, there should be enjoyable for some people getting together with their families tends to be a chore at the least, and a very traumatic experience at the worst. Unfortunately a few years ago, we experienced that traumatic part. So I want to talk to you today about how to set boundaries during the holidays.

Becca00:00:39.338

So boundaries are