Today we are discussing the way that holiday traditions play out. Some continue to serve us well. Some had to change because circumstances changed. Some traditions fell away and no longer exist. And still others are ones we continue to do but wish we didn’t have to.
Traditions hold us together. They remind us that we belong to something bigger than us individually. They connect us to our values and memories. And sometimes, they become obligations, not traditions, leaving us filled with resentment and frustration, especially over the holidays.
In this episode, we talk about the people pleaser and how she can over-commit, become passive aggressive, angry, depressed and anxious around holiday expectations to uphold certain traditions.
What do you do when you need to step out of a family tradition?
How do you navigate the disappointment of others when you choose to take care of your own needs in place of a family tradition?
What happens when you merge your favorite traditions with a partner, and/or create new traditions that nudge out those with your family of origin?
And last, how do you take care of yourself and your needs at a time of year where the emphasis is all about giving? Are you being selfish? Or selfless?
Learn more about my upcoming retreat Where the Heart Awakens. Join us in Costa Rica August 1-6, 2026. Retreat to a mystical cloud forest and experience deep restoration. https://sacredwisdomretreats.com/
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