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When the music fades, the group chats go quiet, and the house finally exhales… that’s usually when it hits. The holiday hangover. Not the fun kind—the emotional one. In this episode of Brunch Behavior: The Pour Report, I’m talking about what happens after the lights come down, when the expectations are gone but the feelings are still sitting on the couch with you.

We get honest about the gap between picture-perfect holidays and real life. The grief that shows up in crowded rooms. The money stress hiding under wrapping paper. The family dynamics that drain more than they pour back in. I introduce the Silent Nightcap—a calm, no-frills pour with bourbon, apple cider, cranberry, cinnamon, and a touch of orange. Nothing fancy. No performance. Just peace on ice. A ritual that says you’re allowed to slow your breathing and stop explaining yourself.

We also break down boundaries without guilt—skipping the invite, leaving early, protecting your energy, and redefining what a “good” holiday actually looks like when joy and heaviness sit at the same table. This isn’t about forcing cheer or fixing every feeling. It’s about nervous system care, emotional recovery, and choosing rest without apology.

If you’ve ever felt low after the celebration… if you’ve smiled through the season and crashed once it was quiet… this episode is for you. Tap in, breathe with me for a minute, and let’s talk about choosing calm on purpose—long after the decorations come down.

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