What does 2026 have in store for you? In this episode, author and astrologer Leslie McGuirk is back to share her month-by-month forecast through the first half of 2026.You’ll learn:Why January and February will be especially tough months overallWhich astrological signs will experience the greatest challenges and benefits this year – and whenWhen key eclipses and major planetary shifts will occur and how they’ll impact usAn unusual change in the Mercury Retrograde periods for 2026 – and why 20% of people feel will feel better thenLeslie’s brief take on key US political figures and what their charts say about themFor more on Leslie McGuirk, her private readings, upcoming workshops and classes, and her book, “The Power of Mercury,” visit: https://www.lesliemcguirk.com/To sign up for Traci’s FREE live “Meditation for Blessings & Peace, Everywhere & at All Points in Time,” on January 15, 2026 @ 7pm, visit: https://insig.ht/xC1xEtjcFZb
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What does 2026 have in store for you? In this episode, author and astrologer Leslie McGuirk is back to share her month-by-month forecast through the first half of 2026.You’ll learn:Why January and February will be especially tough months overallWhich astrological signs will experience the greatest challenges and benefits this year – and whenWhen key eclipses and major planetary shifts will occur and how they’ll impact usAn unusual change in the Mercury Retrograde periods for 2026 – and why 20% of people feel will feel better thenLeslie’s brief take on key US political figures and what their charts say about themFor more on Leslie McGuirk, her private readings, upcoming workshops and classes, and her book, “The Power of Mercury,” visit: https://www.lesliemcguirk.com/To sign up for Traci’s FREE live “Meditation for Blessings & Peace, Everywhere & at All Points in Time,” on January 15, 2026 @ 7pm, visit: https://insig.ht/xC1xEtjcFZb
Ep. 130 - When “Ho-Ho-Ho” Feels More Like “No-No-No!”: 12 Tips for Surviving the Holidays
Unpacking Possibility with Dr. Traci Stein
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1 month ago
Ep. 130 - When “Ho-Ho-Ho” Feels More Like “No-No-No!”: 12 Tips for Surviving the Holidays
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, are you feeling more dread than joy? In this episode, psychologist Traci Stein shares 12 easy, actionable tips to help you better navigate holiday drama, head off chaos and reclaim calm.Key moments in this episode:Tip 1: Holidays do not suddenly repair relationships — [14:55]Tip 2: Plan for how YOU want to be — [15:56]Tip 3: Prepare for chaos makers — [18:19]Tip 4: Remember: you don’t have to live with people you don’t live with — [21:54]Tip 5: Have an exit plan — [22:35]Tip 6: Decide your go/no-go behaviors and boundaries — [23:57]Tip 7: If you choose to engage, commit emotionally and mentally — [28:32]Tip 8: Have a support system — [29:27]Tip 9: Give yourself permission to opt out — [30:46]Tip 10: Agree to disagree — [32:45]Tip 11: Dysfunctional Family Bingo (use humor) — [34:12]Tip 12: Find common ground –[37:15]For more on Traci Stein and “Unpacking Possibility,” visit: https://www.drtracistein.com/Follow Traci on social media: Facebook.com/DrTStein and on Instagram: @DrTraciStein and YouTube: @TraciSteinPhD
Unpacking Possibility with Dr. Traci Stein
What does 2026 have in store for you? In this episode, author and astrologer Leslie McGuirk is back to share her month-by-month forecast through the first half of 2026.You’ll learn:Why January and February will be especially tough months overallWhich astrological signs will experience the greatest challenges and benefits this year – and whenWhen key eclipses and major planetary shifts will occur and how they’ll impact usAn unusual change in the Mercury Retrograde periods for 2026 – and why 20% of people feel will feel better thenLeslie’s brief take on key US political figures and what their charts say about themFor more on Leslie McGuirk, her private readings, upcoming workshops and classes, and her book, “The Power of Mercury,” visit: https://www.lesliemcguirk.com/To sign up for Traci’s FREE live “Meditation for Blessings & Peace, Everywhere & at All Points in Time,” on January 15, 2026 @ 7pm, visit: https://insig.ht/xC1xEtjcFZb
