In this episode, Jeremy and Emily dig into the realities of setting and enforcing holiday boundaries, especially when family dynamics, guilt, and old patterns collide. They explore why boundaries are for the self and not other people, and discuss how unclear limits, people-pleasing, and differing needs make the holidays a pressure cooker for emotional and moral conflict. Together, they offer practical strategies like escape hatches, clear enforcement, self-kindness, and values-aligned decision-making to help listeners navigate chaotic gatherings without abandoning themselves.

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