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If the holidays stirred stress, conflict, or old wounds, you’re not alone. This blog invites reflection and shares supportive ways to navigate toxic family dynamics with compassion for yourself.

This post explains how naming emotions, practicing radical acceptance, and increasing emotional granularity can support emotional regulation, reduce reactivity, and deepen self-awareness, grounded in DBT principles and current research.

Self-care can improve emotional regulation by helping us stay grounded and intentional when emotions run high. This post explores how DBT PLEASED skills strengthen wellness, balance physical and mental health, and support calmer, more effective responses during stressful moments.