Holiday Emotional Survival (Part 2: Support Others Without Losing Yourself)
If you’re the person everyone turns to, you know the emotional cost of always being available. This post explores how to support others without losing yourself, how to stay compassionate without absorbing everyone’s stress. Learn practical tools, scripts, and grounding techniques to protect your energy, set boundaries, and stay emotionally steady through the holiday season.
Holiday Emotional Survival (Part 1: Why Holidays Feel Triggering)
The holidays can bring joy, but they can also stir old wounds, stress, and emotional overload. From family dynamics to perfection pressures, this season often tests our boundaries and resilience. Learn why the holidays can trigger us more than we expect, and discover practical, therapy-informed strategies to protect your peace and stay grounded.
Energy Leak: Recognizing and Ending Emotional Toxicity in Everyday Life
Not all emotional pain comes from trauma or crisis. Sometimes it’s the quiet drain of saying yes when you want to say no or carrying the weight of others’ needs. At Botaitis Therapy Group, we help you recognize these energy leaks, set healthier boundaries, and restore balance.
Conflict Resolution - Let’s Talk About It (Part 1: Rupture & Repair)
Conflict is part of every relationship, but when handled with care, it can lead to deeper emotional connection. In this article, Santa Barbara therapist Mary Glennan explores the psychology of conflict, why rupture happens in close and casual relationships, and how to repair trust through empathy, accountability, and healthy communication. Learn how conflict resolution therapy can help you build stronger, more resilient connections.