Why I Almost Ended My Podcast (and the 2 Fastest Tools for Christmas Stress Relief)

Feeling stressed heading into Christmas? You’re not alone.In this final 2025 episode of Mental Fitness: The Gateway to Success, I share two simple tools that can reduce stress and mental tension in just a few seconds — perfect for busy leaders and business owners.This episode also marks an important milestone for the podcast. After 26 weekly episodes in this 6-month trial run, I originally decided not to continue the show next year. But something changed… and I share the full story of what made me reverse that decision and commit to continuing in 2026.🎧 In this episode you’ll discover:00:00 – Why this episode matters01:10 – Gratitude for your support + Spotify award03:25 – The surprising turnaround: why the podcast will continue07:45 – Why stress levels spike before Christmas10:30 – Tool #1: Rapid stress reset in seconds13:10 – Tool #2: A simple mental tension release you can use anywhere17:30 – Final reflections for the yearIf you celebrate Christmas, I wish you a joyful, restorative, and peaceful one.Thank you for supporting the podcast during its first year — your messages, comments, and listens have meant more than you know.See you in the new year!Warm regards,Mikal