5 Phases of Navigating the Emotional Roller Coaster: Holidays with a Narcissistic Family

Are you feeling the Holiday Hangover????I'm right there with you!The podcast episode discusses the 5 stages of the emotional roller coaster empaths often experience during the holidays with a narcissistic family. It provides valuable insights for empaths that will help them understand the emotional cycle, set boundaries and adjust their reactions. Various coping mechanisms for each stage are discussed, such as self-care routines, understanding one's energy blueprint, relying on Human Design inner authority and displaying resilience. I reflects on my personal 8-year journey dealing with Narcissistic family members and emphasizes the importance of self-love, compassion, and emotional regulation.All Links are on the Podcast Page.00:00 Introduction to the Emotional Roller Coaster of Holidays with Narcissist Family00:49 The Holiday Spirit: Phase One01:02 The Anger: Phase Two01:34 The Sadness and Depression: Phase Three02:24 The Hope and Delusion: Phase Four03:16 The Clarity: Phase Five03:39 Understanding the Narcissist's Response04:56 Struggling with No Contact and Emotional Regulation05:22 Dealing with Narcissistic Family Culture05:46 Planning for Future Boundaries05:53 Understanding Your Unique Energy Blueprint Types07:27 Final Thoughts and Tips08:10 Conclusion and Resources