Listen "Holiday Magic or Holiday Burnout: How Can We Adjust Our Mindset?"
Episode Synopsis
The holidays are supposed to feel magical… but for moms, they can feel overwhelming. This week on Just 4 Moms, Megan, Caitlin, and Charlotte share honest stories about holiday burnout, the pressure to get everything “just right,” and what it takes to shift into a healthier, calmer mindset.We open with a Chat about Christmas shopping for ourselves, what we put on our wishlists, and why moms so often end up just buying the things they need on their own.Mom Fails are very on-brand this week— • Caitlin gets caught again throwing away Arbor’s school papers • Charlotte’s kids still can’t use silverware properly (and where does all the silverware go?!) • Megan has been driving around with donations in her trunk far too longThen we move into this week’s topic: ✨ The pressure moms feel to create “holiday magic” ✨ Letting go of perfection so you can actually enjoy the season ✨ Recognizing your limits (you cannot do it all!) ✨ The self-care + boundary setting that makes a real difference ✨ Giving your kids a “good day” instead of chasing the perfect holiday ✨ Rewriting the narrative around what mattersFinally, we close with Pits & Peaks: • Megan’s Pit: Dragging Nico to a Christmas event when he wasn’t having it • Caitlin’s Peak: Watching a squirrel happily munch the rotting pumpkin on her deck • Charlotte’s Peak: The pure joy of having a lawn crew clean up her leaves (a true mom luxury!)This episode brings comfort, clarity, and a little comic relief as we navigate the season together.
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