{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6790d0371ab6c8a3677d4132/692f41ec042629ee0e39cdee?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How to Set Boundaries at Christmas with Expert Suzy Reading","description":"<p><strong>EXCITING NEWS: SUZY READING WILL BE ONE OF OUR WONDERFUL TEACHERS AT OUR NEXT LUXURY TRANSFORMATIONAL RETREAT AT WILDERNESS RESERVE, SUFFOLK @wildernessreserve </strong><a href=\"https://sites.balancedbodyandretreats.com/a-retreat-like-no-other?utm_source=email&amp;utm_medium=email+marketing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>FOR FULL INFORMATION AND TO BOOK CLICK HERE</strong></a><strong>. JUST 5 ROOMS LEFT!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>In the first festive episode of my calm Christmas mini-series, I’m joined by&nbsp;<strong>Suzy Reading - chartered psychologist, bestselling author of nine self-help books, yoga teacher and life coach</strong>. Suzy shares her simple and genuinely achievable&nbsp;<strong>3 Ps of Christmas</strong>&nbsp;- a gentle formula that helps you create a season that feels grounding, joyful and true to what&nbsp;<em>you</em>&nbsp;actually need.</p><p><br></p><p>If Christmas often leaves you overwhelmed, exhausted, overcommitted or quietly running on fumes behind the scenes, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. We explore how to step out of old traditions that no longer serve you, how to stay connected without burning out, and how to choose a festive pace that feels compassionate and manageable.</p><p>This is a supportive guide for anyone wanting a calmer, kinder and more intentional Christmas this year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>What You’ll Learn:</strong></h3><ul><li>Why “purpose” is the foundation of a peaceful Christmas</li><li>How to create a gentle intention that shapes your festive season</li><li>Letting go of traditions that feel wasteful, stressful, or outdated</li><li>How to navigate invitations, family expectations and emotional load</li><li>The importance of “white space” and planning recovery time</li><li>Why your winter social energy goes into hibernation mode</li><li>How to stay connected without overwhelming yourself</li><li>What we all need permission to do more of (and less of)</li><li>Practical conversation ideas for setting boundaries kindly</li><li>Why needs are not “nice to haves” - they are human essentials</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Guest Spotlight: Suzy Reading</strong></h3><p>Suzy Reading is a&nbsp;<strong>chartered psychologist</strong>,&nbsp;<strong>author of nine books</strong>,&nbsp;<strong>yoga teacher</strong>, and a compassionate voice in the world of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Her latest book,&nbsp;<em>How to Be Selfish</em>, is a brilliant stocking-filler for anyone needing help with boundaries and self-care during the holidays.</p><p>Insta: @suzyreading</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Favourite Moments:</strong></h3><ul><li>“Does this tradition actually serve us now?”</li><li>“It’s okay to honour the impulse to hibernate without isolating.”</li><li>“Say yes to the whole thing - not just the first half of it.”</li><li>“Needs aren’t luxuries - they’re human needs.”</li><li>“Let’s all choose the Christmas that feels right for&nbsp;<em>us</em>.”</li></ul><h1><br></h1><p>If this episode made you breathe a little easier, please&nbsp;<strong>follow the podcast</strong>, share it with someone who needs a gentler Christmas this year, or leave a quick review if you feel called to. It really helps more women find the show.</p><p><br></p><p>Wishing you a Christmas you choose - whatever that looks like for you.</p>","author_name":"Alexandra Simms"}