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Home for the Holidays: How to Reconnect with Family and Friends

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The holidays are a special time, full of tradition and joy—but they’re also an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends in meaningful ways. In today’s episode of Chasing Brighter, we explore how to foster deeper connections, move beyond superficial interactions, and create moments of true belonging. Let’s dive into some practical tips to make […]

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Say Yes to Spontaneity This Holiday Season 🎄

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Hi friends! 🎄✹ Welcome to December! This time of year is so magical, but let’s be real—it’s also busy, chaotic, and full of the same old routines. That’s why in this week’s Chasing Brighter podcast episode, we’re shaking things up! We’re talking all about embracing spontaneity during the holidays and how it can bring unexpected

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🎄 How to Say No Without Guilt This Holiday Season 🎁

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The holidays are here, and while the season brings joy and celebration, it also comes with endless invitations, requests, and obligations. If your calendar is starting to look more like a marathon training schedule, it’s time to hit pause and set some boundaries! Check out our tips on how to set healthy boundaries during the

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Holiday Gift Guide: Stress-Free Shopping Ideas for Everyone on Your List

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The holiday season is here, and with it comes the stress of gift-giving. Whether you’re shopping for your partner, kids, friends, or even yourself, finding thoughtful gifts can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—we’ve got your back! In this special holiday blog post, inspired by our latest Chasing Brighter podcast episode, we’re sharing a curated list

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Our Best Tips for Setting Financial Boundaries during the Holidays

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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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Setting Healthy Boundaries with Family During the Holidays

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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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Mindful Drinking and Stress Management During the Holidays

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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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Haunted Health: Health Myths That Have Haunted Women for Centuries

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Exploring Bizarre Health Myths That Have Haunted Women for Centuries Welcome to Haunted Women’s Health, where we dive deep into the strange, historical, and often unsettling health myths that have shaped women’s lives for centuries. From ancient Greece to the Victorian era and beyond, women have endured bizarre medical theories and practices based on cultural

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Unplug to Recharge: The Ultimate Guide to Digital Detox

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Welcome to October’s Chasing Brighter wellness reset! In our most recent podcast episode, “Unplug to Recharge: The Ultimate Guide to Digital Detox,” we delved into the importance of reducing screen time and reconnecting with the people and world around us. In today’s hyper-connected world, we often don’t realize how our dependence on digital devices impacts

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