The holidays are supposed to be joyful… but for many of us, they bring tension, grief, unresolved family dynamics, and unspoken expectations.
In Episode 26 of the Roots & Rhythm Podcast, Vlad and Angie sit with the truth of the season and ask a powerful question:
What would it look like to choose PEACE this Christmas?
In this episode, we explore:
- The emotional weight of family dynamics during the holidays
- Parenting pressures and gender roles that show up at family gatherings
- How social media fuels comparison, isolation, and unrealistic expectations
- Why the holidays can be especially difficult for single individuals
- The importance of confronting—not avoiding—family conflict
- How to intentionally build community when family feels complicated
- Why life is fleeting and relationships deserve our presence now
This is an honest, grounding conversation for anyone navigating holiday stress, grief, or complicated relationships—and a reminder that peace is something we can choose, even when circumstances aren’t perfect.
Sound Bites
""The present should be their presence.""
""You can carve out time for yourself.""
""Stop avoiding your conflicts.""
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