In this episode of Chasing Brighter, the hosts tackle the timely topic of setting healthy boundaries with family, particularly during the holiday season. They begin by discussing the importance of products like Warrior Strong Wellness for self-care and then transition into the main subject: navigating family dynamics. The hosts provide actionable tips for maintaining personal boundaries, handling difficult conversations with grace, and effectively communicating needs. They highlight three major challenges: dealing with family expectations, managing difficult conversations, and addressing the guilt that comes with saying no. The conversation includes personal anecdotes and strategies to encourage listeners to prioritize their mental health and well-being. The episode wraps up with a recap of the key takeaways and additional resources for further reading.

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Set Boundaries, Find Peace, A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself

Healthy Holiday Boundaries

In this episode, Jessica, shares personal anecdotes about scheduling blood work, nutrition, and fitness routines. She explains her approach to a balanced dietary regimen, focusing on protein, fiber, and probiotics, along with her efforts to maintain her fitness amidst various appointments and responsibilities. Discussions also touch on the ongoing struggle to keep up with exercise routines and the impact of missing workouts on mental health.

Kelly adds to the conversation by discussing her experiences with a nutrition class and the significance of continually refreshing knowledge and habits to stay motivated. She mentions an upcoming surgery that will affect her ability to exercise and considers alternative light activities like yin yoga and light walks to maintain movement.

Throughout the episode, there is a blend of health and fitness advice, personal stories, and practical tips on managing midlife challenges.

In this episode, hosts, Kelly and Jessica discuss the increased stress that comes with the holiday season and provides tips for managing it. They emphasize the importance of self-care and offer strategies such as delegating tasks, setting realistic expectations, prioritizing self-care, and limiting social media to help reduce stress.

The episode also features an interview with Angel Uribe, an alcohol moderation coach and author of the book "Beyond the Binge." Angel discusses the rise in alcohol consumption among women, especially during the holidays, and the concept of mindful drinking. She provides practical tips for managing alcohol intake and highlights the importance of understanding one's motivations behind drinking.

The hosts and Angel also talk about the benefits of journaling as a tool for mindfulness and self-reflection. Listeners are encouraged to check out Angel's mini-course on mindful drinking and to create a more balanced relationship with alcohol. The episode concludes with reminders to take care of oneself, delegate tasks, and practice mindful drinking during the holiday season.