In this gentle solo episode, Dr. Robyne invites you to pause amid the busyness of the season, offering a warm, compassionate space to simply exhale.

She reflects on the complexity of the holidays, from the full spectrum of emotions and the pressure to make everything magical, to the messy, sometimes uncomfortable “in-between” days that follow. Along the way, she shares thoughtful invitations for protecting your peace, setting meaningful boundaries, holding big emotions with compassion, and honoring time for rest and recovery.

Whether you find yourself celebrating, recalibrating, or simply catching your breath, this is your gentle reminder to make what matters most matter most, cherish your progress, and nurture hope as you enter the new year.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the holiday season can feel overwhelming and full of complex emotions

• Why rest might feel uncomfortable if you thrive on busyness

• How to make peace with productivity guilt and accept that you’ve already done enough

• Strategies for giving yourself spaciousness and setting boundaries

• How adjusting expectations can help protect your peace

• A gentle approach to big emotions

• The power and necessity of self-kindness and self-care

• How to use this season for planting little seeds of hope for the future

• The value of community and connection in difficult times

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