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By the time we reach this point in the holiday season, many people feel a quiet but persistent tension. You may have done “everything right” on paper. You showed up. You hosted or attended gatherings. You checked items off the list. And yet, something still feels off. Instead of feeling connected or fulfilled, you may feel tired, disconnected, or vaguely dissatisfied. This is the moment where many people assume they need to do more. More traditions. More gatherings. More effo

If the holidays leave you feeling overwhelmed, resentful, emotionally drained, or overstimulated, you are not alone. This is one of the most common themes I hear from clients every year. Family dynamics resurface, old roles get activated, grief shows up in unexpected ways, routines are disrupted, and the pressure to “enjoy every moment” can feel exhausting rather than joyful. The holidays are not just busy. They are neurologically and emotionally demanding. Increased social i

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