In this episode, Finn and Sarah tackle the common sentiment "I hate the holidays" and explore why this mindset isn't helpful. They discuss the origins of these feelings, including childhood experiences and grief, and offer strategies for shifting to a more positive outlook. By sharing personal stories and effective tips, they help listeners create new traditions and enjoy the holiday season without the usual stress and negativity.

What You’ll Learn:

• Common reasons why people develop negative feelings towards the holidays.

• The impact of childhood trauma and grief on holiday experiences.

• Strategies for creating new, enjoyable holiday traditions.

• The importance of recognizing and managing your feelings around the holidays.

• How to cut out unrealistic expectations and avoid overcommitting.

• The benefits of focusing on what makes you happy rather than trying to please everyone else.

Listener Challenge: Identify one new tradition you'd like to start this holiday season that will bring you joy and reduce stress. Share your experience with a friend or on social media.

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In this episode of Leaving Crazy Town, Finn and Sarah dive into the complex dynamics of giving and receiving, especially through the lens of codependency. They explore the motivations behind why we give gifts, how we handle receiving them, and the often uncomfortable feelings that can arise during these exchanges. With the holidays approaching, this discussion couldn’t be more timely. Finn and Sarah also share personal anecdotes and practical insights for navigating these social nuances in a healthier way.

What You’ll Learn:

• The underlying motives behind over-giving, especially during the holidays.

• Why some people struggle with receiving gifts and how to practice gracious acceptance.

• The difference between giving out of obligation versus giving from a place of genuine joy.

Listener Challenge: Take a moment to reflect on your own giving and receiving habits. Write down three feelings you experience when giving and receiving gifts. Compare these feelings to what Finn and Sarah discussed and consider how this awareness might guide your actions during the holiday season.

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In this episode of "Leaving Crazy Town," Finn and Sarah explore how past traumas subtly interfere with our present lives, often without us recognizing it. Through personal anecdotes and therapeutic insights, they uncover the signs of living with past activations and the journey towards self-soothing and freedom from old wounds.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding the concept of being "activated" by past experiences.

• Recognizing symptoms that indicate past traumas affecting your present.

• Strategies for self-soothing and processing old wounds.

• The impact of taking risks and confronting fears on personal growth and joy.

Listener Challenge: Reflect on an area of your life where you experience disproportionate anxiety or emotional intensity. Identify if it might be linked to a past experience and take a small step towards confronting and soothing this old wound.

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