Navigating family during the holidays isn’t easy - especially when expectations, opinions, and emotional dynamics all collide. In this Ask Jen: Holiday Edition episode, Jen answers three real listener questions about splitting holiday time, handling unsolicited input, and supporting your partner when family gatherings feel overwhelming.

You’ll learn simple, practical boundary tools to help you stay steady, calm, and connected through the season. Whether you’re navigating in-laws, managing multiple families, or just feeling stretched thin, this episode gives you exactly what you need to make the holidays feel lighter and more manageable.

Listen for:
• How to split holiday time without guilt
• What to do with family criticism or opinions
• How to support a partner who feels overwhelmed
• Healthy boundaries that actually work

Perfect for anyone wanting a calmer, more intentional holiday season.

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It's the first week of December hits…and suddenly it feels like it’s your job to remember everything for everyone - holiday parties, teacher gifts, family plans, travel, meals, and keeping the magic of the season alive and well for all you love.

But in the middle of all that remembering, most of us forget the one person who actually needs our attention the most:

Ourselves.

In this episode, I’m joined by one of my dearest friends and certified yoga instructor - Doran McBride, to talk about why December can leave us overwhelmed, irritable, exhausted, and disconnected - and what it looks like to slow down long enough to reconnect with YOU.

We're diving into:

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• the signs of emotional and physical overwhelm
• how your body tells the truth long before your mind catches up
• simple grounding practices that help you stay centered
• self-care that’s actually doable in December (even for busy moms)
• how to create small moments of peace in a season that often feels chaotic

If you’re feeling holiday stress, December burnout, or that constant mental load we carry, this conversation is the reset you need.

Take a deep breath, relax your jaw (Doran’s signature reminder!), and give yourself a moment to get back to YOU.

To reach out to Doran about yoga classes and special offerings, email yogawithdoranm@gmail.com.

If you enjoy this episode, hit follow/subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes every Thursday. For more support, head to jenfunkcoaching.com to grab my free guide, 5 SimpleHabits to Improve Your Relationship Today, and sign up for my free weekly newsletter filled with insights and inspiration sent right to your inbox. You can also discover how we can work together to help you build stronger relationships.

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In this Thanksgiving episode, Jen offers a refreshing perspective on gratitude - not as something you check off a list, but as a spotlight. Wherever you shine your light, things become brighter. And whatever you don’t… quietly fades into the background, maybe going totally unnoticed.

This episode explores how gratitude can shift the way you experience your relationships, without ignoring the hard things. Gratitude isn't about pretending everything is fine - it’s about making sure the meaningful, steady, beautiful things still get some light too.

In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why gratitude changes what you see in your relationships• How the Reticular Activating System filters your emotional experience• Real gratitude vs. toxic positivity (and why the difference matters)• The power of moving from invisible to expressed appreciation• Common “gratitude blind spots” in long-term relationships• Why gratitude is a form of emotional leadership• How appreciation deposits into the Emotional Bank Account• A simple 5-minute morning practice to shift your entire day

Whether your Thanksgiving is peaceful, hectic, or emotional, this episode will help you shine your light with intention - so you don’t miss the good that’s already there.

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5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Today
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If you enjoy this episode, hit follow/subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes every Thursday. Leave a review or a comment and let me know if you can relate to the conversation. For more support, head to jenfunkcoaching.com to grab my free guide, 5 SimpleSteps to Improve Your Relationship Today, and sign up for my free weekly newsletter filled with insights and inspiration sentright to your inbox. You can also discover how we can work together to help you build stronger, more connected relationships.

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