Managing Holiday Stress with Cohost Amy Connell
To 50 and Beyond - Sobriety for Midlife Women
Release Date: 10/18/2023
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To 50 and Beyond - Sobriety for Midlife Women
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I'm glad you’re here.
In episode 266, I asked my friend, Amy Connell, to join me as my cohost to discuss practical ways to manage stress during the holiday season.
Let’s face it: we face stress daily, and it’s always a good idea to check in with yourself to learn more about what is happening in your life and what you need to do to manage your stress.
Amy and I talk about:
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What stress is and ways it shows up during the holiday season
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How to plan for the holidays without adding more to your to-do list
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Practical solutions that help us manage our stress through self-care, habit stacking, setting boundaries, and reducing or limiting alcohol
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Being more flexible with not drinking vs. pressuring yourself not to drink
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Setting yourself up for easing into January so you don’t feel pressured to change everything in your life
Thank you for listening!
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