This is part 2 of the situations that can feel tough around the holidays. We explore how we deal with grief, family dynamics and clashes and ways we can take care of ourselves and look for ways to enjoy what is available to us. Tips from a counsellor to consider for the holiday season.      Main topics of this episode: * Part 1 unpacked topics like anticipatory anxiety, routines, loneliness, overspending and transitions  * 196. When The Holidays Feel Hard (stress, anxiety, loneliness, overspending, transitions)- tips from a Counsellor * Dealing with grief over the holidays * When you need permission to grieve * The 4 tasks of grieving * Canadian Grief Support mygrief.ca * Family dynamics * Owning your own values  * 149. How to find what matters to you (uncovering your personal values) * Family roles  * 8 common family roles * 134. Do you typecast your kids? (Labels + how they impact our parenting and our kids) * Boundaries help maintain a relationship vs barriers which block a relationship * Knowing when to use each one * Coping well, taking care of your capacity over the holidays  * The Meeting Your Needs Series * Bringing the fun with you, you are allowed to enjoy moments * 162. Think the best of me, or not. Allowing the hard and awesome in ourselves and in our lives. * Finding Joy In Your Every Day (#theperfectmomentsproject) * 163. Have fun with your kids, on purpose + reasons we don’t have fun * Five Tips to Make Your Christmas Simpler and More Enjoyable * When Did I Stop Enjoying My Kids? (and my journey back to enjoying them)