Navigating Uncomfortable Family Dynamics with Grace and Assertiveness: Home For the Holidays pt 1 | A Survival Guide for Adult Children

Today, Tyra guides us through the art of navigating the holiday season as an adult returning home. With a candid and personal touch, she shares insights on dealing with family expectations and intrusive questions, establishing boundaries, and managing responsibilities. Join Tyra in exploring the delicate balance of asserting oneself with grace and embracing the power of saying no when needed. As we kick off the "Home for the Holidays" series, prepare to gain valuable tools for a more intentional and joy-filled holiday experience. AG1 is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. drinkAG1.com/affirmations This week’s affirmation is: “​​I set boundaries with love” 3 Biggest Takeaways from Today’s Episode: Asserting Yourself with Grace: Learn the art of asserting yourself with grace when faced with intrusive questions and family expectations. Discover strategies like humor, honesty, and deflecting that allow you to navigate these situations confidently. Boundaries and Self-Care: Understand the importance of establishing boundaries and managing responsibilities during the holidays. Explore the art of saying no, being flexible, and checking in with yourself to create a balanced and enjoyable holiday experience without compromising your well-being. Prioritizing Personal Peace: Embrace the reality that reconnecting with hometown friends is a choice, not an obligation. It's okay to prioritize your peace and joy by focusing on meaningful moments with family rather than spreading yourself thin to catch up with everyone from your past. Try Classpass FREE: https://classpass.com/refer/8QIABNOG6 Home for The Holidays Series Ep 2 - Navigating the Holidays After Loss Ep 3 - Finding Peace Amid the Chaos Resources Listen to the For Life’s Rainy Day Playlist Wanna give therapy a try? Use BetterHelp: https://rebrand.ly/6ulm6zk Try The Calm App https://rebrand.ly/21n4tre COMMUNITY CONNECTION FORM: https://forms.gle/m4AD2YaYbGhd8gEv6 Sign Up for our Newsletter! Shop the AFBG Merch! Ask a Question Send me a message: affirmationsforblackgirls@gmail.com Our P.O Box: TYRA MORRISON P.O. BOX 674 NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91603 Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the podcast to always hear the latest affirmations from your favorite Black Girl! Follow Us on Instagram: Affirmations for Black Girls Insta Follow Us on Twitter: Affirmations for Black Girls Twitter Follow Us on Youtube: Affirmations for Black Girls Youtube The links above may be commission links Our Sponsors: * Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com * Check out Chime: https://chime.com/AFFIRMATIONS * Check out MasterClass: https://masterclass.com/AFFIRMATIONS * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code AFFIRMATIONS for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com * Check out Wayfair: https://www.wayfair.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/affirmations-for-black-girls/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy