November 17, 2025

Holidays with Happiness, Not Drama with Niro Feliciano

36 minutes

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We’re back with another episode in our Health & Wellness Series, and today we’re diving deep into emotional health with one of my favorite people on the planet, Niro Feliciano. If you’ve been around here for a while, you know Niro is a powerhouse of wisdom. She’s a licensed therapist, author, speaker, and the kind of friend who always knows exactly what to say when life feels overwhelming.

Her new book, All Is Calm(ish), couldn’t have come at a better time. It’s the guide every woman needs before the holiday whirlwind begins. Because let’s be honest—this season that’s supposed to be full of joy? It often leaves us frazzled, overcommitted, and wondering how we got so far from peace.

In this episode, Niro and I get real about the emotional toll of the holidays. We talk about the invisible pressures we put on ourselves, the myth of perfection, and how to rewrite the script before December even starts. You’ll hear us laugh, share stories, and dig into the science behind stress—and how faith can be the anchor that steadies us.

You’ll leave this conversation with practical, grace-filled strategies to help you show up with more calm than chaos, more presence than pressure, and a peace that doesn’t disappear when the wrapping paper does.

Timestamps:

(01:21)- The Reason the Holidays Feel So Hard

(04:39) - How to Set Boundaries That Protect Your Peace This Holiday Season

(14:46) - The Super-Toxic Expectations We Quietly Pile on Ourselves

(22:34) - Clear Signs You Need to Set Boundaries Before Burnout Hits

(26:28) - Navigating Grief During the Holidays

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Links to great things we discussed:

Niro’s Book - All Is Calmish: How to Feel Less Frantic and More Festive During the Holidays

Niro’s Song Recommendation - Been So Good

Niro’s TV Recommendation - Ted Lasso

Niro’s Book Recommendation - The Tell

Niro’s Product Recommendation - Curls Rock

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xo,

Alli

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