Not Everyone Is a Holiday Magic Maker (And That’s Okay)
Sat Dec 20 2025
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The holidays aren’t exhausting because you’re doing them wrong - they’re exhausting because of the expectations stacked on you.
In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Jamie for an honest, funny, and deeply validating conversation about holiday overwhelm, being the so-called “magic maker,” and why not every family is built for packed calendars, forced traditions, or Pinterest-perfect moments.
We talk about:
Why “traditions” can turn into pressure instead of joyHow social media quietly convinces moms they’re falling shortChoosing peace over performance - without guiltWhat it actually means to make holiday magic for your kidsLetting go of things that drain you, even if “everyone else” does themThis episode is a permission slip to stop doing what you should do - and start doing what works for your family, your energy, and your nervous system.
If the holidays leave you overstimulated, resentful, or wondering why everyone else seems to enjoy them more than you do… you’re not broken. You’re just human.
Press play and take a breath.
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Send us a text The holidays aren’t exhausting because you’re doing them wrong - they’re exhausting because of the expectations stacked on you. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Jamie for an honest, funny, and deeply validating conversation about holiday overwhelm, being the so-called “magic maker,” and why not every family is built for packed calendars, forced traditions, or Pinterest-perfect moments. We talk about: Why “traditions” can turn into pressure instead of joyHow social media quietly convinces moms they’re falling shortChoosing peace over performance - without guiltWhat it actually means to make holiday magic for your kidsLetting go of things that drain you, even if “everyone else” does themThis episode is a permission slip to stop doing what you should do - and start doing what works for your family, your energy, and your nervous system. If the holidays leave you overstimulated, resentful, or wondering why everyone else seems to enjoy them more than you do… you’re not broken. You’re just human. Press play and take a breath.