Boundaries during the holidays: How to stay sane this Holiday season?

Boundaries during the holidays: How to stay sane this Holiday season?

Nov 20, 2024

Boundaries during the holidays can be challenging. The holidays aren't always the sparkly, joy-filled times they're made out to be - especially when you're working on boundaries and healing from abuse.

Between the family dynamics, the boundary-pushing, and all that "but they're family" BS, this time of year can feel like psychological warfare.

 

Let me share what transformation looks like in real life:

"In the past not setting boundaries with family and friends has taken a toll on my health both physically and mentally. Working with Erika, I am learning to put myself first and not be a people pleaser. I have been changing behaviors and enjoying more peace and love in my life." - Jessica

 

Boundaries during the holidays

Imagine walking into holiday gatherings (or choosing to stay home with your feet up) feeling:

  • Confident in your boundaries ; know where you line is for what you will tolerate
  • Clear about your worth ; committed to stand up for all the younger versions of you who needed that protection.
  • Connected to your power ; feel your head held higher, your back straighter and your gaze steady - YOU are YOU, and you deserve F-ing peace and happiness!
  • Completely Unf*ckwithable ; Taking your safety with you, because you love, respect and trust yourself. Seeing that the world does not end (as it feels like it will) when you say no, or stand up for YOU.
  • Supported ; so you feel held and certain, even when the panic you might feel choosing yourself comes knocking.

This is your chance to give yourself this gift of support.

 

How to set effective Boundaries this Holiday season? 

Your transformation story is waiting to be written.

I know right now it might feel like you’re a little kid on top of that really high diving board. But do you remember ever jumping and then wondering why you were so worried? This is like that. 

This is how your nervous system tries to keep you safe, by keeping you in the familiar. You will look back after the leap and think ‘shit, why did I wait so long!’. If you are fearful I get it, I was there too years ago! But once you get the taste for reconnection with your innate power, and some social and bodily proof that you can do it, it gathers momentum like a wildfire.  

Here are some options for you to get started and set effective Boundaries this Holiday season: 

 

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