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Happy New Year! We are kicking off the year with a discussion about resolutions, goals, and reflection. We have tips and tricks for reflecting on your year and how to put those reflections into action.

In our final episode of 2022 we are talking about the last of our Holiday Stessors, alcohol.

Join us as we discuss our favorite cocktails, shenanigans from our early twenties, and (hopefully) helpful tips for managing alcohol during the holiday season!

This week we are dissecting holiday traditions! We are discussing when it’s time for traditions to evolve and how to talk to family about making changes. We’re offering tips, tricks, and our own favorite childhood traditions.

This week we are discussing how family dynamics can affect us during the holidays! This can be a big topic and a big stressor because, let's be honest, families are the reason for lots of counseling…

So, we are talking about possible family landmines and how to either avoid or handle them.

Listen to new episodes every Wednesday! And join us on Sunday (18th) for a special Holiday Live event!

This week we are continuing our discussion of holiday stressors, focusing on the financial pressures of the season. We talk about how finances are linked to our mental health, our favorite budgeting apps, and, of course, presents!

If you or your family are in need of food assistance start with the USDA’s hunger hotline (1.866.348.6479) or text 97779.

This week we are talking about sleep habits and how to maintain them, especially during the holidays. Sleep is such an important aspect of our health that seems to get overlooked a lot or not prioritized. We’re talking about sleep hygiene and the importance of a good night’s sleep. And, of course, making an appeal to #tuftandneedle mattresses to sponsor us.

This week we are talking about some different stressors that cause holiday overload and some coping skills for them. We are discussing overeating,  alcohol, family, expectations, and fridge temperatures....

We send a plea to our favorite comedian, Iliza Schlesinger (#pleaseloveusIliza), explain "the thickening", and how to avoid those holiday landmines.

If you are feeling overwhelmed or are concerned for your mental health, you can always call the National Alliance on Mental Health hotline 1-800-950-6264 for free & confidential advice. We love you and want you to be healthy!

This week we are talking about Food! And how we eat during the holidays (specifically Thanksgiving). We know that trying to eat healthy during the holiday season can cause a lot of stress for folks. So we are here to help you handle that!

As we discuss in the episode, below is a recipe for Sugar Pie! I don't have my Memere's recipe, but this looks like it is close. Maybe we will try baking this soon....

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup flour

1/2 cup cream

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 9″ unbaked pie shell

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425F.

2. Mix brown sugar, flour, cream and vanilla in a bowl. Pour into pie shell.

3. Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350F and bake an additional 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is

set. Cool before serving.