Holiday Prep and Thanksgiving Tips with Dr. Carol Lynn In episode 195 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Petty continues the holiday prep series, focusing on Thanksgiving preparations. Heather provides useful tips on managing holiday stress, preparing the home for guests, and making the day special. She highlights the importance of planning for tasks like taking the turkey out of the freezer and organizing guest accommodations.

Special guest Dr. Carol Lynn, an OB GYN, shares insights on managing holiday pressures, the benefits of visualization, and tips for making guests feel welcome. The episode also features recommendations for Thanksgiving activities, including a festive turkey nugget recipe and game ideas to keep guests entertained.

This podcast is aimed at midlife women seeking to enjoy the holiday season with joy and purpose.

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00:00 Introduction and Holiday Prep Series Kickoff

01:02 Thanksgiving Planning Tips

01:47 Special Guest: Dr. Carol Lynn on Stress-Free Thanksgiving

03:15 Thanksgiving Traditions and Personal Stories

08:12 Guest Preparation and Hosting Tips

12:56 Welcoming Guests: First Impressions

13:06 Setting the Ambiance: Scent and Fireplaces

13:28 Navigating Conversations: Avoiding Controversial Topics

14:36 Thankfulness and Family Traditions

15:41 Activities for Kids and Adults

16:26 Signature Cocktails and Recipes

17:48 Pre-Holiday Preparations: Botox and Prescriptions

19:56 Games and Fun for Thanksgiving

22:13 Black Friday: To Shop or Not to Shop?

23:49 Final Thoughts and Thanksgiving Wishes