How Do You Handle the Holidays?How Do You Handle the Holidays?
Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction
Learn practical tips for handling the holidays while supporting a loved one with addiction. Discover ways to set boundaries, create new traditions, and manage expectations.
23:56•14 Dec 2024
Surviving the Holidays: Tips for Families Dealing with Addiction
Episode Overview
- Set realistic boundaries to protect your mental health.
- Create new traditions that work for your current family dynamics.
- Answer questions about your loved one honestly but briefly.
- Recognise and manage your own emotional triggers.
- Focus on self-care and give yourself grace during the holidays.
“"Give yourself the same grace you give everyone else this holiday season."”
Handling the holidays can be tough when you're dealing with a loved one's addiction. In this episode of Coming Up for Air, hosts Jody, Bridget, and Kenny share their personal experiences and practical advice on navigating this tricky time of year. They discuss how to answer difficult questions about your loved one's wellbeing, create new traditions, and maintain healthy boundaries.
The hosts emphasise the importance of staying connected without becoming enmeshed, highlighting that blurred lines can lead to guilt and shame for everyone involved. You'll hear relatable stories about the pressure to meet societal expectations and the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies the festive season. From setting realistic boundaries to taking care of yourself, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone facing similar challenges.
If you're looking for ways to make the holidays more manageable and less stressful, this conversation is a must-listen.
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