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eeling stressed, tired, or disheartened this Christmas season? You're not broken — you're carrying a lot. In this episode, Sterling talks about why so many moms feel disappointed at Christmas (even when they "did everything right"), and how to prevent that disappointment before it hits.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The 4 common places Christmas disappointment shows up (and why)

• What to do when you feel like you have to do everything

• How to handle kids being disappointed without shaming them

• How to deal with disappointment around gifts (giving and receiving)

• Why it's okay to feel sad — and how to be at peace while you do

• The most important plan: putting YOU into Christmas (24th, 25th, or 26th)

A practical, compassionate pep talk for the mom who's trying to hold it all together — and wants a calmer, more meaningful Christmas.