Welcome to another episode of Returning: A podcast to return to yourself and the wisdom within. In this episode, we delve into the joyous challenges of family as I share five tips for staying grounded and present at this special time of year. With the holiday season fast approaching, I thought it was a good time to explore the beautiful but often complex themes that can emerge when we gather with extended family. I love my family and I'm really excited to be with them and have a sunny Christmas all together in Australia this year. I've learned over the years that there are practices and tools that I can put into place to ensure that I bring the best version of myself into what is often a very stressful, busy and potentially triggering time of year. So today, I am offering five tips on how we can keep ourselves grounded and present with our families and loved ones. I would love to hear how you’re spending the holidays and whether you have any tips to share as well. “Relationships are the number one way we grow and the challenging ones  help us grow the most.” - Rebecca Campbell KEY TIMESTAMPS: 02:03 Opening Sacred Space. 03:00 Tip one: understanding everyone’s needs. 08:08 Tip two: keep up your self-care. 12:37 Tip three: call in support. 13:46 Tip four: loving limitations. 17:18 Tip five: own your energetic space. 22:26 Today’s Soul Inquiry prompts.   SOUL INQUIRY Soul Inquiry is a practice where we enter a direct dialogue with our inner self.  Today’s Soul Inquiry prompt is: What am I being called to do to take care of my needs this holiday season? Now it’s time to commit to a grounded action:  What is one baby step you can take in that direction?   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Full Episode Transcript Ram Dass Love Serve Remember Foundation The Love Languages Test Podcast Episode: It's Ok To Give Up On A Relationship Podcast Episode: The Mysterious Timing Of Healing Oracle Decks by Rebecca Campbell   CONNECT WITH REBECCA: Website - https://rebeccacampbell.me/practice/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebeccacampbell_author/ Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/rebeccacampbellauthor YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/RebeccaCampbell