7 Tips to Interact with Toxic Family Members During The Holidays (Pre- Party Practice)

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

How can you prevent toxic conversations?

How can you prevent someone from triggering a negative response out of you?

As we step into the holiday season, potentially tricky conversations during family gatherings can happen. We've all been there, dealing with relatives where the connection isn't as smooth as we'd like, and the conversations can be a bit of a challenge.

Before you switch into the festive gatherings, a bit of pre-party practice could be your secret weapon. And there is power in being the bigger person—leading with empathy and understanding.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

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Let's make this holiday season one filled with warmth, understanding, and, of course, lots of love.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:00 The Sense of Discomfort Around Family

04:10 #1 Pre-Party Practice You Need Before the Holidays

10:03 #2: Prepare for the Questions Often Asked

12:14 #3: Family Gatherings are Rarely the Place to Fix Things Out

18:10 #4: Select Your Allies and Communicate with Them Beforehand

20:04 #5: Alter the Direction of the Evening by Showing Affection

23:07 #6: It’s Okay to Vent Afterwards

26:15 #7: Don’t Let Anyone Get Under Your Skin

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