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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 42 MIN

5 Holiday Anxiety Triggers (and How to Stay Sane-ish)

from The Anxiety Compass Podcast · host Sammy Barnett and Natalie Antoine

Send us Fan MailWe all know the Christmas season comes with twinkly lights, carols… and a whole lot of hidden anxiety triggers no one warns you about.In this episode, Nat and Sammy unpack the five biggest holiday anxiety triggers and why your body might feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or one mince pie away from combusting. You’ll hear:🎄 The family dynamics that fire up your nervous system 💸 Why money pressures and expectations hit harder in December 🍗 How food comments, overeating, and body talk mess with your mood 🎉 The social overload that pushes sensitive systems into shutdown ⏰ And how losing your normal routine (sleep, structure, sanity) flips everything sidewaysYou’ll learn simple, compassionate tools to support your body, regulate your nervous system, and find your “true north” even when Christmas feels a little… extra.This one’s honest, warm, and sprinkled with giggles because sometimes the holiday season is less “silent night” and more “why is everyone yelling and where’s my calm?”Tune in and discover how to navigate the festive season without losing yourself in the chaos.Support the show👉 Grab your free Anxiety Compass download here 👉 Grab a copy of Sammy's Book, Anxiety, The Best Teacher You Never Asked For here Follow us @theanxietycompassConnect with Sammy @nutritionwithsammy or websiteConnect with Natalie @nataliemarieinbalance or book discovery call here 

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Send us Fan Mail We all know the Christmas season comes with twinkly lights, carols… and a whole lot of hidden anxiety triggers no one warns you about. In this episode, Nat and Sammy unpack the five biggest holiday anxiety triggers and why your body might feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or one mince pie away from combusting. You’ll hear: 🎄 The family dynamics that fire up your nervous system 💸 Why money pressures and expectations hit harder in December 🍗 How food comments, overe...

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