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EPISODE · Dec 1, 2025 · 27 MIN

Episode 429 Money, Magic & December Stress

from The Daily LEAD · host Brad Otto

A quick, honest look at the money anxiety that shows up in December—the pressure to give, the guilt, the comparison, and the emotional load behind holiday spending. Learn how to stay grounded, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with what really matters.Resources-NAMI Helpline – support for anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)NerdWallet Holiday Budget Planner – helps people plan December spending intentionallyMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Free Online Program – research-backed emotional regulation trainingThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) – articles on realistic expectations & holiday mental health

A quick, honest look at the money anxiety that shows up in December—the pressure to give, the guilt, the comparison, and the emotional load behind holiday spending. Learn how to stay grounded, set healthier boundaries, and reconnect with what really matters. Resources- NAMI Helpline – support for anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) NerdWallet Holiday Budget Planner – helps people plan December spending intentionally Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Free On...

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