# Nine Practices for More Joy and Less Overwhelm this Holiday Season

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Podcast: [Nine to Thrive: The Well-Being Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nine-to-thrive-the-well-being-podcast-6727471)
Published: 2025-11-18T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://ninetothrivewellbeingpodcast.podbean.com/e/holidays/
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Duration seconds: 1810

## Resource

The holidays can feel like a tug-of-war between expectation and reality. In this episode, Julie is sharing nine evidence-based practices to help you approach the season with intention rather than obligation, and presence rather than perfection. These aren't more things to add to your overwhelm—they're permission slips to create a holiday season that actually brings you more joy, a greater sense of peace, and avenues for deeper and more meaningful connections.. The 9 Practices: Morning light ritual Subtraction over addition Boundary-setting as gift-giving Possibility thinking The healing power of nature Strategic empathy Savoring micro-moments Community through genuine listening Well-being as fuel, not finish line Your well-being isn't something that comes after the holidays are over, or after your work or caretaking is done. It's actually the FUEL that allows you to show up fully for the moments and people that matter most. Thank you for listening. We are so happy you found us. If you enjoyed today’s episode, follow Nine to Thrive: The Well-Being Podcast so our new episodes are automatically delivered to your favorite podcast feed, and please share it with friends! Reviews and ratings matter <3 We would be so grateful if you left a 5 star rating and a few words about what you liked (or loved) about this episode. Want more tools and strategies for thriving and flourishing? -Check out Julie’s website and subscribe to her monthly newsletter here. Follow Julie on Instagram or LinkedIn for more daily thoughts and reflections on what it means to thrive and flourish in our complex world.

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