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Podcast: Guilt-Free Family Get Togethers [Rebroadcast]

in: Holidays & Special Occasions

High fives to our episode sponsor PRANA, a family-owned Canadian purveyor of yummy 100% organic, vegan, kosher, gluten-free, and non-GMO snacks. PRANA just launched in Boston at Stop & Shop, Star Market, Shaw’s, Good Health Natural Foods, Basha’s Natural Marketplace, Your Health Matter, and Living Earth so look for them on your next grocery store run!

Getting together with family and friends is what the holidays are all about. But, as with so much else during this busy season, guilt and obligation can push what should be a joyous time into a crabby slog. In Episode 106 of Edit Your Life, Christine and I give you permission to edit the guilt out of your family gatherings. We start with a check-in on where we’re at this year with holiday preparations, then rebroadcast 9 tips for communicating clearly, setting realistic limits and expectations, and managing the day-to-day logistics during the busy holidays (including carving out time just for you).

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Resources mentioned in this episode

  • Minimalist Parenting (our book)
  • Related episode: Episode 58: Improving Relationship Communication
  • Related episode: Episode 21: Saying Yes To Saying No

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What is your best tip for simplifying holiday visits with your extended family? Join the discussion on the Edit Your Life Facebook page (look for the Question Of The Week post pinned to the top of the page).

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