Episode Summary
It’s the busiest (and most emotional) time of the year — and if you feel pulled in 12 different directions, this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Kelli and Cyndi sit down for a candid, heartfelt conversation about navigating holiday overwhelm, unlearning chaos culture, breaking the constant “hustle” loop, and building healthier rhythms in life and business.

Together, they explore everything from mom guilt to entrepreneur guilt, from phone boundaries to dopamine addiction, from the pressure to “do more” to the relief that comes from aligning your time with your values. Plus, they offer practical strategies that help travel advisors shift out of reaction mode and step into intention — not only for the holidays, but for 2026 and beyond.

This one is warm, relatable, needed… and packed with wisdom that hits home.

In this episode, we cover:
• Why December feels overwhelming for entrepreneurs
• How to break the chaos cycle and stop glorifying busy
• Reframing the pressure to “show up everywhere”
• Boundaries that actually work: email, social, notifications, time blocks
• Why scrolling steals more than just your time
• How to measure your success by impact, not hours
• Permission to slow down and fully enjoy your life
• How Cyndi reframed work after loss
• Why “it’s never all done” is actually freedom
• How to prep your business for wave season without burning out

Resources Mentioned:
• Create your free Wanderlust Campus account: wanderlust-ceo.com
• Explore Certifications, Skills Lab, WanderBots, and 2026 updates
• Follow Wanderlust Campus on Instagram
• Careers on Vacation® application & info

If this episode gives you the breath of fresh air you needed, share it with a fellow advisor who is juggling all the things right now.