Hello, and welcome to Chasing Brighter, the podcast where we dive into topics that help make midlife your best life. I’m thrilled you’re here! Today, we’re tackling something many of us need to hear, especially during the holidays: setting financial boundaries. The holiday season is filled with joy, but it also brings a lot of […]
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Hello, everyone, and welcome to Chasing Brighter! I’m so thrilled to have you here for today’s post, which is all about making the holidays feel fulfilling, not overwhelming. As a middle-aged mom and co-host of Chasing Brighter, I’ve learned that boundary-setting with family can be a game-changer during the holiday season. It’s amazing how simple
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The festive season is upon us, and while it can be a magical time of year, many of us—especially women—find ourselves carrying an additional mental load. The pressure of planning, coordinating, and making sure everything is perfect can become overwhelming, leading to heightened stress and even increased alcohol consumption. In this episode we talk about
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The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a challenging time when it comes to our relationship with food. In a recent interview with Suzie Izzo, she shared some valuable insights on how to navigate this season mindfully. One of the key strategies Suzie suggests is adjusting our
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Planning for the holiday season can feel overwhelming and chaotic. We’ve created the ultimate guide to simplifying your holiday planning — let’s have a stress-free holiday season! Streamlining your holiday season allows you to have more time and energy to focus on what truly matters – spending quality time with loved ones and creating lasting
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“I should invite her” “We should have the party on Saturday because I know that will be easier for him” “I should get a gift for that person” Should indicates a right or wrong, and indicates black-and-white thinking which highlights a rigidity in your thought patterns and can lead to dysfunction. Should is typically used
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