47: Feeling Stressed About the Holidays? Tips for Navigating the Season With More Intention and Less Overwhelm

We’re kicking off a series on navigating mental and relational health during the holiday season. For many, the holidays can bring anxiety, sadness, grief, and loneliness. Today, we're diving into something that many of us feel but don’t always talk about—holiday stress. Why can this season, which is often advertised as "the most wonderful time of the year," feel so challenging and emotionally draining for so many of us? If you're feeling the weight of the holiday season creeping up, you're not alone. Today, we’ll explore some of the common sources of holiday stress and share strategies to help you navigate this time of year with more peace and intention.

 

Resources: 

• Navigating Holiday Stress: A Free Self-Care and Boundaries Workshop (Register here)
• 5 Steps to Identifying and Prioritizing Self-Care Workbook

 

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