Mastering the Holidays: Setting Non-Negotiables for Your Health and Well-Being
Release Date: 12/10/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of Wild Medicine, Dr. Michelle Peris discusses the emotional and physical challenges many face during the holiday season, particularly regarding health and wellness.
She emphasizes the importance of understanding weight gain trends, emotional resilience, and the need to define personal core values and non-negotiables.
Dr. Peris encourages listeners to prepare for social pressures and to reclaim their personal power by living in alignment with their values, especially during family gatherings and holiday events.
Episode Overview:
00:00: Navigating Emotional Decisions During the Holidays
03:50: Understanding Weight Gain Trends and Metabolic Health
06:00: Challenging Our Thinking and Defending Habits
08:28: Identifying Core Values and Non-Negotiables
11:14: The Pressure of Social Expectations and Belonging
13:49: Living in Alignment with Personal Values
16:13: Preparing for Holiday Challenges and Emotional Resilience
20:30: Creating Boundaries and Managing Expectations
23:06: Reclaiming Power and Authenticity
25:49: Embracing Change and Personal Growth
29:45: Final Thoughts on Living Wild and True to Yourself
Takeaways:
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The holiday season can trigger big emotions that affect health.
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Emotional experiences around food can lead to self-sabotage.
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Defending unhealthy habits can prevent personal growth.
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Identifying core values is crucial for maintaining health.
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Social pressures can challenge our health goals.
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Living in alignment with values leads to better health outcomes.
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Preparation is key to navigating holiday gatherings.
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Reclaiming personal power involves setting non-negotiable standards.
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It's important to recognize and honor personal growth.
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