The holiday season can be magical... and a little bit manic. In this week’s episode, we’re unwrapping what it really means to keep holidays meaningful — without losing our minds (or our joy) in the process.

We’re swapping stories about the holiday traditions that worked, the ones that definitely didn’t (yes, there were tears involved), and how sometimes the biggest “fails” turn into the memories we laugh about for years.

From failed gift giving to heartwarming moments of togetherness, we’re talking about finding the merry in the mess — and remembering that connection will always matter more than perfection.

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Sometimes the holiest thing you can do in December is slow down. Light the candle. Burn the cookies. Sit in the messy living room and let yourself remember: the miracle isn’t in the schedule — it’s in the stillness.

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