Season 1 Episode 2: No is a Complete Sentence
About the Episode
In this first interview of The Holiday Survival Podcast, Erin engages in a crucial conversation with Zeina Kronfol, a seasoned ICF certified Career Transitions coach and consultant. The focus? Prioritizing self-care during the holiday season, understanding its depth beyond the typical spa days and shopping indulgences.
Zeina, drawing from her extensive experience in international marketing and career transitions, sheds light on the essence of self-care, which goes beyond mere physical activities. It encompasses mental and emotional boundaries, emphasizing the vitality of saying no to commitments that don’t resonate with one's well-being.
The discussion takes an insightful turn as Erin navigates how setting boundaries aligns with Zeina's role in guiding individuals through career shifts. Zeina passionately underscores the necessity of boundaries, highlighting the importance of refilling one’s cup before constantly pouring into others.
The conversation extends beyond the holiday season, stressing the year-round significance of consistent self-care practices. Establishing routines early in the year serves as a foundation, aiding in maintaining self-care even during demanding times.
Zeina illuminates how boundaries function as protective shields for mental and emotional wellness, especially for introverts navigating social interactions. The discussion offers practical advice, encouraging individuals overwhelmed by societal pressures to evaluate their capacity and differentiate between genuine interest and obligatory actions.
The conversation identifies various common boundaries prevalent during the holidays, notably around sensitive topics like politics or unresolved family issues. These areas highlight the importance of respecting personal boundaries to safeguard emotional well-being.
Teasing the upcoming episode on the Holiday Survival Private Podcast, Zeina hints at a deeper exploration of boundary setting as an act of self-care. This episode promises practical examples and insights into making boundaries work across different facets of life.
In conclusion, Erin and Zeina emphasize the liberating power of embracing “no” as a complete sentence, signaling the beginning of a journey toward better self-care practices.
About Zeina Kronfol
Zeina is an ICF-Certified Career Transitions Coach and Consultant with over 12 years of experience in International Marketing, Branding, and Project Management. From the beginning of her career, Zeina knew she was destined to help people, but she had no idea how.
Despite years of successfully climbing the corporate ladder, she continuously felt stifled and unfulfilled. It wasn’t until Zeina started her own self-healing journey that she fell into coaching, started her own business, and now helps people reconnect with their passions, navigate change, and find fulfillment.
Zeina guides both corporate and self-employed professionals through career transitions by helping them gain clarity on their next step, navigate change, pursue and excel in the work they love.
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