IIn this episode of Not That Girl Anymore, Dawn Bouillon is joined by guests Ashley Woodard and Dottie Griffin for an honest, heartfelt conversation about why the holiday season can feel overwhelming for so many women—and what you can actually do about it.

Together, they unpack:

• How perfectionism gets activated during the holidays
• Why old family roles (the fixer, the peacekeeper, the helper, the scapegoat) resurface
• The pressure to create “magical moments,” match social media standards, and please everyone
• How guilt tricks you into overextending yourself
• Practical boundaries you can set around time, emotions, capacity, and family dynamics
• Why saying “no” (without explanation) is often the most loving choice
• How to honor your own joy, needs, peace, and traditions
• Permission to create a holiday that feels good to you, not just good for others

This episode is a guide to reclaiming your holiday from burnout, resentment, and pressure—and stepping into a season defined by authenticity, presence, and peace.

Because it’s your holiday, too. And you’re not that girl anymore.