Kitchen Table Talk: Episode 36

The Thanksgiving Holiday is coming which means gratitude for what we have and what makes our life good. It also means the gatherings or lack of that we as LGBTQ people might or might not be looking forward to. Today we talk navigation strategies for getting through the holiday.

Daily Meme – Let me set aside time today to quietly gather my gratitude

* Slow mind and take a moment.

* Take inventory of the basics.

* Expand on the peripheral.

Thanksgiving Holiday Survival Strategies

* Choose to spend time with those who you care for the most.

* Invite someone, grow your circle, include in the fun.

* Seek out an emotional safe space, set boundaries with family.

* Take quiet time for yourself if needed.

* Avoid over indulging in alcohol or drugs.

Moving Next Week

No episode next week as we are moving to a larger living space and new studio!

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