Rewire your holidays with kindness

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This holiday season, ditch the stress and expectations and focus on what truly matters – meaningful connections with yourself and the people who make your heart sing.

In the latest episode of the KindnessCan podcast, Jane Linley-Thomas and psychologist Paul Bushell delve into navigating tricky family dynamics, setting healthy boundaries, and rewriting the script of your holidays to find authentic joy.

"You don't have to live by a script written by other people in your life!" says Paul, reminding us that true happiness lies in forging connections on our own terms.

Whether you're craving new traditions or feeling pressure to tick all the boxes, Jane and Paul offer honest and practical nuggets of wisdom, sprinkled with plenty of laughter and kindness. They explore themes like:

• Setting boundaries for authentic connections
• Reconnecting with your genuine self
• Navigating expectations and prioritizing real joy
• Top tips for staying connected to those who matter most

So, step off the holiday hamster wheel and tune in to KindnessCan this episode. Learn how to rewrite the script, embrace your true self, and foster genuine connections that fill your heart with warmth, not overwhelm.
26 Dec 2023 English South Africa Relationships · Self-Improvement

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