Ep155: My 3 Rules for a Stress-Free Holiday Season (Without Becoming a Hermit or a People-Pleaser)

If the holidays leave you more drained than joyful, you’re not alone—and given what the holidays are supposed to represent, it’s really a shame that year after year, we get sucked into the parasitic undertow of stress and overwhelm. But—if you choose it—it is possible to have a stress-free holiday season.Today I’m sharing my three rules for creating a calm, meaningful, and truly stress-free holiday season — without isolating yourself or people-pleasing your way through December. Let’s talk about how to trade obligation for intention, set boundaries before burnout hits, and redefine what “togetherness” really means on your terms.This isn’t about pretending everything’s perfect — it’s about designing a holiday season rooted in courage, clarity, and self-respect, and opting out of the b.s.🚨 This isn’t just a podcast—it’s your wake-up call.If you’ve been smiling through the grind, holding back your truth, or checking every box while something inside you feels like it’s suffocating—it’s time to start a living practice of courage:→ Rewire your relationship to fear:  Courageous Living® Program→ Join a life-changing program, to become a life-changing coach:  CLCC→ Build a business that feels like YOU:  The Coaching Blueprint®→ Get the real-real on becoming a life coach:  The Craft of Coaching PodcastStart now:  YourCourageousLife.com Social: 📸 Instagram | 🎵 TikTok | 📺 YouTube | 📌 PinterestPlease note...while this podcast may discuss protocols to improve mental or physical health, listeners should always consult a qualified provider before following any advice or undertaking any changes to their lifestyle.