what to do when you feel unmotivated during the holidays, & reacting to a viral dating horror story

MERCH IS 25% OFF + FREE SHIPPING UNTIL DEC 8!!! Use code STELLARAE https://stellarae.myspreadshop.com/ Feeling the holiday blues? Between seasonal burnout, family expectations, and online dating chaos, it can feel like too much! In this episode, we’re tackling the dreaded holiday slump and sharing tips to stay energized, motivated, and stress-free during the busiest time of year. Plus, I’m spilling tea on Hinge, online dating horror stories, and navigating the dating world this holiday season. 🎄💌 What You’ll Learn: ✨ How to identify and combat seasonal burnout ✨ Self-care strategies to recharge and stay focused ✨ Tips for managing holiday stress and family dynamics ✨ How to avoid overcommitting while still enjoying the season ✨ Online dating tips, viral horror stories, and finding love in the digital age enjoy & dont forget to tweet/ig story me a screenshot of you listening! MY NEW WEBSITE!! Shop merch, sign up for my newsletter, book a coffee chat, & more: http://stellaraeherself.com shop my new glo up merch!! https://stellarae.myspreadshop.com/ instagram http://instagram.com/stellaraepodcast listen to and/or support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/stella-rae tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@stellaraeherself twitter: http://twitter.com/stellarae goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/10449999-stella-rae my fav books/products/health: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stellarae my current filming set up: camera: https://amzn.to/4cEQiLO microphone: https://amzn.to/3Z2A5gc tripod: https://amzn.to/3AEmxgK ring light: https://amzn.to/3XxZrSh box lights: https://amzn.to/4e1Q1Ub portable light for phone: https://amzn.to/3XxZspj join my patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, merch discounts, behind the scenes, & more! https://www.patreon.com/stellaraepod listen on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DMbeh7EqiqgROIjvW0sI9 listen on apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stella-rae-podcast/id1255618182 how i make my shorts using AI: https://klap.app/?via=stella #stellaraepodcast 00:00 - 00:48 – Kicking Off December: Embracing the First Week of the Month 00:48 - 02:24 – Why December Can Feel Overwhelming: Managing Year-End Stress 02:24 - 10:10 – Relaxation & Self-Care: Preparing to End the Year Strong and Start Fresh in 2025 10:10 - 20:14 – Dating App Horror Story: Is Online Dating Worth It? 20:14 - 23:42 – Building Your Own Opinions & Beliefs: Staying True to Yourself