Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
As the holiday season approaches, it's crucial to spend time with family, but sometimes a few relatives can be toxic. So how do you manage toxic family members while maintaining a Christ-like attitude during the holidays? Whether it's a controlling aunt, an overbearing uncle, or a narcissistic parent, there are healthy ways to navigate these situations and find that peace that surpasses all understanding. Dr. Ray will give you the answers in the latest episode of Self Talk.
Mat 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
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Show host bio -
Dr. Ray Self founded Spirit Wind Ministries Inc. and the International College of Ministry. He holds a Doctorate in Christian Psychology and a Doctorate in Theology. He currently resides in Winter Park, Florida. He is married to Dr. Christie Self and has three sons and a daughter.
#holidays #toxicrelationships #dysfunctionalfamilies #christiancounseling
As the holiday season approaches, it's crucial to spend time with family, but sometimes a few relatives can be toxic. So how do you manage toxic family members while maintaining a Christ-like attitude during the holidays? Whether it's a controlling aunt, an overbearing uncle, or a narcissistic parent, there are healthy ways to navigate these situations and find that peace that surpasses all understanding. Dr. Ray will give you the answers in the latest episode of Self Talk.
Mat 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Help Dr. Self continue this show - partner at icmcollege.org/donate
Answer your call by enrolling with the International College of Ministry at icmcollege.org/enroll
Purchase Dr. Ray's latest book, "The Call." God called you, and you answered: this is what you need to know! Find it on Amazon.
Follow and subscribe to Self Talk with Dr. Ray Self on our podcast website: icmcollege.org/selftalk.
To purchase Dr. Self's book – Hear His Voice, Be His Voice, visit Amazon.com.
Purchase Dr. Self's book – Redeem Your Past and Find Your Promised Land, at Amazon.com.
Or our new podcast website at buzzsprout.com/2249804
For show topic suggestions, email Dr. Ray Self at drrayself@gmail.com
Enjoy free courses offered by the International College of Ministry - icmcollege.org/freelessons
Show host bio -
Dr. Ray Self founded Spirit Wind Ministries Inc. and the International College of Ministry. He holds a Doctorate in Christian Psychology and a Doctorate in Theology. He currently resides in Winter Park, Florida. He is married to Dr. Christie Self and has three sons and a daughter.
#holidays #toxicrelationships #dysfunctionalfamilies #christiancounseling
