The holidays are a time of joy and togetherness, but they can also stir up unexpected feelings of grief, resentment, and emotional conflict. Why do gratitude and grief so often coexist during this season? In this powerful episode, we explore the emotional complexities of the holidays and offer insights to help you navigate them with self-awareness and compassion.

We’re thrilled to be joined by Dr. Shannon Dial, LMFT, from Family Solutions Counseling in Oklahoma City, and Whitney Alexander, LMFT and EMDR Consultant (in training), and owner of the Warren-Alexander Group in Stillwater. Both are seasoned professionals in mental health and relationships, bringing valuable perspectives to this heartfelt discussion.

Whitney's Profile - https://warrenalexandergroup.com/our-staff

Shannon's Profile - https://familysolutionsok.com/shannon-dial

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Whitney's Previous Episodes on YouTube:

- Episode 10: On the 3 Channels of Self-Awareness - https://youtube.com/live/n_psQU9kcgg?feature=share

- Episode 32: On Complex PTSD - https://youtube.com/live/LpDt5yhS1t4?feature=share -----------------

EPISODE BREAKDOWN

Understanding Emotional Coexistence: Discover why gratitude and grief often appear together, especially during the holidays.

Cultural Pressures vs. Personal Reality: Examine the tension between societal expectations of joy and your personal emotional experience.

Impact of Personal Experiences on Emotional State: Learn how strained relationships or past losses can amplify feelings of sadness or resentment during holiday gatherings.

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The holidays can be challenging, but understanding the interplay between gratitude and grief is a good first step toward finding balance and peace. With expert insights from Dr. Dial and Ms. Alexander, we unpack the emotional triggers of the season and provide tools to help you navigate them more effectively.

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Therapist Directories:

General Directory: https://www.psychologytoday.com

Betrayal Trauma: https://www.IITAP.com

EMDR Therapist Directory - https://www.emdria.org/find-an-emdr-therapist/

IFS Therapist Directory - https://ifs-institute.com/practitioners

Somatic Experiencing - https://directory.traumahealing.org/

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Books Mentioned in Episode:

Books by Brene Brown - https://amzn.to/49mxdy9

No Bad Parts - https://amzn.to/4146cxi

Boundaries - https://amzn.to/3B52fO0

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