Hey y'all, it's Dr Joy. In collaboration with author and breath work expert Z Clark,

therapy for black girls is excited to present to you a six-part meditation series,

thoughtfully crafted to guide you

eesfully through the moments that might make the holiday season

difficult. Happy holidays, y'all, and take good care.

Hosting the holidays.

Another situation you might experience during the holidays

is that you have agreed to host the

festivities for the very first time. You might be feeling anxious about having to entertain so many people.

Between all of the food you're going to prepare, all the decorations that need to be set up and making sure

that everyone gets along and has a good time. It might be overwhelming. And when you're feeling overwhelmed, don't forget to breathe.

Breathe with me now.

Deep breath in through the nose.

Deep breath out through the mouth.

Remember to give yourself some grace.

It doesn't have to be perfect.

Your best is good enough and will be appreciated.

And don't hesitate to ask for help.

You don't need to be a hero.

You don't need to be the one to do everything.

So what can you delegate?

And to whom? Who can you ask to help you?

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