Rest without guilt during the Holiday Season
The holiday season can feel overwhelming for many people. It often feels even heavier if you are a mother or caregiver. There can be pressure to do everything for everyone. School events, gifts, baking, shopping, and family gatherings can quickly fill your days.
It is easy to compare yourself to others. You may notice other women doing more, hosting more, or showing up in ways that make you question if you are doing enough. This comparison can create guilt and exhaustion.
This is a moment to pause and reflect.
Ask yourself why you feel the need to keep up. Are you doing these things because they truly bring you joy, or because you feel pressure to meet expectations? Is there a part of you that feels unfulfilled or disconnected and is trying to stay busy to avoid slowing down?
The holiday season is not only about giving to others. It is also about you.
You deserve to enjoy this time. Being present is more important than doing everything. When you are with your family, friends, partner, or children, presence matters more than productivity. Constantly thinking about the next task pulls you out of the moment and drains your energy.
Presence means being with others and being with yourself.
When you are present with yourself, the busyness loses its power. You begin to move from a place of love and intention instead of fear and pressure. Fear often sounds like I have to do it all or I am not enough if I slow down. Love allows you to honor your limits.
Going beyond your capacity leads to exhaustion. When you are drained at the end of the holiday season, it becomes harder to begin the next chapter with clarity and energy. Resting now is an act of care for your future self.
It is okay to do less. It is okay to rest. It is okay to be happy with what you are able to offer.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, guilty, or disconnected during the holiday season, support can help you reconnect with yourself and set healthy boundaries. Book an appointment to receive guidance, clarity, and support as you move through this time with more ease and self compassion.
With love,
Christine