The holidays are supposed to be joyful — so why do they feel so overwhelming?

In this episode of HOT AIR, we’re talking honestly about holiday mental health: the stress, the pressure, the family dynamics, the loneliness, and the emotional burnout that often show up in December. This is a lighter, validating, and science-backed conversation designed to help you get through the season without losing your mind.

We explore why the holidays bring up complicated emotions even when “everything is fine,” how family can trigger old patterns, why loneliness hits harder this time of year, and how to set boundaries without guilt. You’ll also hear practical tools, mindset shifts, and gentle reframes you can actually use — no toxic positivity, no perfection required.

✨ Topics include:
 – Holiday stress and anxiety
 – Family dynamics and emotional triggers
 – Loneliness and comparison culture
 – Financial pressure and gift guilt
 – Boundaries, body image, and food shame
 – Why “New Year, New Me” can be harmful

This episode also includes a Holiday Mental Health Survival Guide you can use all season long.

If the holidays feel heavy, complicated, or just “off,” this episode is for you.

Watch the full episode on YouTube HERE!

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