It’s time for celebrating the holidays, and for many people, that means walking through the minefield of social gatherings. But this week’s guest has the map to navigate them. Relationship expert Rachel DeAlto, author of the new book, Relatable: How to Connect With Anyone, Anywhere (Even if it Scares You), joins host Paula Felps to talk about why social gatherings may seem more daunting right now and how to ease social anxiety during the holidays (and into the new year).

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it means to become relatable—and why it can be difficult for so many.
• How to lower your anxiety in social settings.
• Why it’s important to share good news or discuss positive topics.