Podcasts about holiday expectations

This Thanksgiving I was met with–let's call it a learning opportunity as pretty early on in my day it was clear that the expectations in my head were not how my day was going to pan out. Let's talk about what happened and what I learned from it.  Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/unmet-holiday-expectations-ruin Sponsor: Not Consumed: Helping your family grow in faith so you are Not Consumed by life. Head to notconsumed.com/heidi to download the FREE 5 day family Bible study to build hope and purpose into your home! Use coupon code HEIDI for 15% off your entire purchase. 

The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for stepmoms? Let's be real—it's often a mix of logistical nightmares, emotional overload, and a whole lot of deep breathing. In this episode, Alicia is tackling the holiday stressors stepmoms face, straight from her Instagram broadcast channel: Stepmom Support. From co-parenting chaos to feeling like an outsider at family gatherings, we're diving into the real struggles—and how to navigate them without losing your mind (or your holiday spirit).Here's what we're covering:New Schedules, New Stress:Many stepmoms are adjusting to new schedules in new places. Whether you've moved to another state or your partner's custody schedule has shifted, trying to figure out how to make the holidays work feels like a game of Tetris no one asked to play.The Planning Problem:The holidays fly by, and stepmoms often feel like they're carrying the mental load of making it all happen. Add in the last-minute chaos from partners or co-parents who don't plan ahead, and it's no wonder so many stepmoms feel stuck trying to fit everything into an impossibly tight schedule.The Flexibility Battle:One of the biggest complaints Alicia hears? Co-parents who are unaccommodating with their time but expect stepmoms to bend over backward for theirs. And when there's an “older sibling who acts like a second mom,” the drama multiplies. Sound familiar?The Gift-Giving Comparison Game:Whether it's a competition with the ex or the kids' expectations, many stepmoms struggle with feeling like their gifts won't measure up. Alicia shares why this mindset happens and how to reframe the holiday gift game.Sibling Tensions and Partner Inaction:A stressor Alicia hears about often: having stepkids and biological kids together during the holidays when they don't get along. Worse? A partner who doesn't step up to address the tension or hurtful behavior. We'll talk about advocating for your kids, setting boundaries, and protecting your peace.The Outsider Effect with In-Laws:Many stepmoms feel like their partner's family still wishes for the “old” family dynamic, making holidays awkward or outright painful. If your in-laws treat you like a placeholder, you're not alone—and we'll talk about how to navigate those moments with grace and boundaries.Resources mentioned:Stepmom Support Broadcast ChannelFree Resource: 10 Tips to Get Through the HolidaysPodcast episode: How Your Expectations Set You Up For FailurePodcast episode: Caught in the Middle: The Truth About Dad Guilt In StepfamiliesPodcast episode: Holiday Survival Guide for Stepmoms: Self-Care Strategies That Actually WorkWant a specific topic covered? Let me know here.After you listen to this, tag me on Instagram @aliciakrasko and let me know what you think!Get all the FREE RESOURCES here.Want to learn more about The Stepmom Side community? Here's where you get all the info. Looking forward to connecting with you on the inside.All things Alicia visit www.aliciakrasko.comGet on the list, get behind the scene info on Stepmom life, and tips delivered to your inbox.

Two tales of Tech playing out, as software and semi stocks diverge in the second half. The names leading the rip and dip, and if the trend will continue into year end. Plus How retail will fare this holiday season. Record holiday spending expected this year, as companies up their credit card interest. How it will all shake out ahead of the holidays. Fast Money Disclaimer

In this solo episode Kristen discusses the challenges that overthinkers, people pleasers, and perfectionists face during the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of managing expectations, recognizing the invisible load of holiday planning, and being intentional about how to approach family gatherings and gift-giving. Press play to hear how to reflect on expectations and to create a meaningful holiday experience that aligns with reality, rather than ideals or succumbing to societal pressures. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Holiday Expectations 07:07 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Family Gatherings 14:21 Redefining Holiday Traditions and Gift Giving 20:39 Intentional Planning for a Meaningful Holiday Season 22:27 Overcoming Overthinking: Strategies for Mental Clarity Learn more about coaching with Kristen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.coachwithkristen.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/coachwithkristen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kristen.odegaard.coaching/⁠⁠⁠⁠

It's funny but your family can't read your mind when it comes to how you would like to be honored on special days. Kris Christensen joins Heather today to share her experience on how communicating her needs to her husband helped bridge that gap.

Holiday Expectations are the joy robbers. Here's how to leave room for yourself, and be sturdy this holiday season (and always). 1. How in our preparation for making things perfect, we leave no room for the peace and joy that is actually in front of us. 2. The opposite revolutions that Glennon and Amanda are having right now – and why they're at the core the same. 3. The final frontier: How to be who we are wherever we are – and let our people be who they are wherever we are, too. 4. What it felt like for Glennon, Abby, and Amanda to watch Tish's first live performance on stage. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida Sen. Blaise Ingoglia gives a preview of the 2024 legislative session, what issues the GOP is really hoping to focus on, and the future of the Florida Republican party. CEO of Hope Villages of America, Nick DeCeglie, talks about their ‘Adopt-a-Family' program, which provides food for families in need for the holiday season and beyond. Director of Marriage and Family Therapy Studies at USF, Dr. Ryan Henry, discusses best managing holiday expectations. NewsRadio WFLA National Correspondent Rory O'Neill reports that the Colorado Supreme Court disqualified Trump from the state's 2024 ballot; also, O'Neill reports that the current congress has been the most unproductive congress in history. NewsRadio WFLA National Correspondent Erin Real reports why overseas companies are acquiring some of America's top brands.

In this episode, Cara explores managing holiday expectations, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic expectations for both children and adults. She highlights the challenge of managing expectations during the holidays, particularly around gift receiving, and suggests strategies for teaching children gratitude and the difference between needs and wants. Cara also stresses the importance of shared experiences and family time during the holidays, and the role of a strong core value system in guiding decisions around gift giving and receiving. Enrollment for the Winter Cohort of the Transforming the Toddler Years Course is open! Join a small group of like-minded mamas ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ and we'll transform the toddler years together! About Your Host: Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed is a Vermont-based Early Childhood Educator, Conscious Parenting Coach, and the founder of Core4Parenting. She is the passionate mastermind behind the Collaborative Parenting Methodology(™), a birth-to-five, soul and science-based framework that empowers parents to maximize their child's early learning while raising fantastic human beings who succeed in school and life. While teaching preschool and Kindergarten, she noticed her students knew their ABC's and 123's, but struggled with their social, emotional, and interpersonal skills. At drop-off, parents would say, “We're so glad that you are their first teacher”, but she knew she wasn't -- their parents were! This realization led to her professional pivot as an online Early Childhood Parent Educator and Coach.  Cara has embraced her role as a thought leader and fierce advocate for Pandemic parents raising the COVID Generation (GEN-C). Through keynotes, teacher training, and her podcast, Transforming the Toddler Years, she's teaching the 5 Executive Functioning Skills kids need to navigate our ever-changing world. Cara holds degrees in American Sign Language (ASL) and Linguistics and a Master's degree in Education. She lives in southern Vermont with her two nearly grown-and-flown daughters and a husband who is her biggest cheerleader. Ready to raise world-ready kids who change the world? Visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.caratyrrell.com/bio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠to begin your Collaborative Parenting journey! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/core4parenting/message

Is holiday harmony even possible?!?As we find ourselves amidst the joyful chaos of the holiday season, I wanted to reach out and share something special from the heart. In the latest episode of the AwakenYou in Your Marriage podcast, we embark on a journey through the intricacies of family gatherings, expectations, and the art of building deeper intimacy during this festive time.What you'll learn:

The holidays are a time of joy, but they can also bring about stress, especially when it comes to openly discussing topics like money and gift-giving. It's a delicate dance that demands clarity and courage, especially in relationships that are already sensitive. In this episode, TalkDoc, Meredith, and Teighlor dive into the topic of setting expectations about gifts and money in those relationships we want to keep. Join us as we embark on a journey to explore practical strategies for our listeners to navigate these potentially tricky conversations. We discuss strategies including understanding the recipient's primary love language, emphasizing the importance of focusing on gifts that the receiver truly desires, rather than projecting the giver's preferences.  Candid conversations are at the heart of healthy relationships, and we delve into the art of having open and honest discussions about expectations. Setting boundaries is another key aspect that we explore, providing valuable insights on maintaining balance and ensuring mutual respect. Finally, we explore creative approaches to gift-giving, proving that thoughtful gestures often carry more weight than extravagant presents. So, whether you're in a long-term partnership, a new romance, or navigating family dynamics, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you foster meaningful connections during the most wonderful time of the year.    Music by epidemic sound. SHOW NOTES: Resources :  The Five Love Languages https://5lovelanguages.com/ Steig Article on Holiday Expectations: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/holiday-relationship-expectations The Simpsons - Homer's Bowling Ball Episode “Life on the Fast Lane”: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0701152/plotsummary/ Real Simple Article by Latimer https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/money/talk-about-money-with-friends Martha Stewart Article - “Setting Boundaries for the Holidays” https://www.marthastewart.com/8186986/how-tell-friends-no-holiday-gifts Links : Episode 75: How to Express Your Needs to Unlock More Intimacy https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/0fe8e82f7c04dd389c68b0029e5b4abd Episodes 20, 21, 22 Boundaries Series https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/c6b431c4b18335a1759db7588986fd0d https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/8dc8625be3a918b62f8c9d16a1f888f9 https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/04a05256443fa4baabf2b3dcbfcc32d9   Money Playlist - Music from the Quiz Money Money Money by ABBA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETxmCCsMoD0 Bitch Better Have My Money by Rihanna https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3eAMGXFw1o Can't Buy Me Love by The Beatles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3WJiqc_bEs Bills Bills Bills by Destiny's Child https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiF6-0UTqtc Rich Girl by Hall and Oates https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIAkRVBS-0U  

Holidays can bring out the best and the worst in us. For people with obsessive-compulsive tendencies holiday expectations can elicit more control and perfectionism, blocking the joy we hope for, and inviting the disappointments we dread. But some give up hope completely, wish for nothing, and just try to get through the season with as little psychological damage as possible. We explore all these possibilities, and we listen in as Ebenezer Scrooge consults psychiatrist Carl Jung to try to understand his frightening dreams about Christmas past, present and future. 

With prices rising everywhere, many people are finding the pressures of the holiday season to be increasingly stressful. Jeff speaks to Stan Kutcher, a professor emeritus of psychiatry and the former Sun Life financial chair in adolescent mental health, at Dalhousie University about how be grateful as a counter to holiday pressure.

Holidays bring so many Expectations! With those positive expectations often come disappointments. Sometimes we expect disappointments! And we get what we are looking for! In this episode Desiree shares insights on how to manage your responses to disappointments and avoid becoming the victim of let downs. This episode, and others, are also available on YouTube - follow this link for all of Desiree's work. https://linktr.ee/DesireeScherini  Follow and Share to help enlighten and enliven others.

The Imani State of Mind team is trying something incredibly innovative and mind-blowing this holiday season—we're setting the bar low when it comes to expectations. Close your eyes, ditch the idea of a 'perfect holiday,' and join Dr. Imani and Meg as they share tips to reduce stress and keep things realistic. Plus, Dr. Imani performs a pop culture diagnosis on Amazon Prime's 'Desperately Seeking Soulmate Escaping Twin Flames Universe.'If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5754867/advertisement

The Imani State of Mind team is trying something incredibly innovative and mind-blowing this holiday season—we're setting the bar low when it comes to expectations. Close your eyes, ditch the idea of a 'perfect holiday,' and join Dr. Imani and Meg as they share tips to reduce stress and keep things realistic. Plus, Dr. Imani performs a pop culture diagnosis on Amazon Prime's 'Desperately Seeking Soulmate Escaping Twin Flames Universe.'If you'd like to submit a listener letter, please email us at hello@imanistateofmind.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5754867/advertisement

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from The Counselor's Couch.  It is the height of the holiday season, and you can feel the stress building.   The traffic, the crowds, the music and the EXPECTATIONS.  Don't get us wrong, we love the Silver Bells, White Christmas, Blue Ribbons all Wrapped in Red music of the Holidays.  Have you ever considered how it may be establishing some subconscious expectations for "the perfect holiday"?  Does such a thing even exist?  NO.  The stress experienced during the holidays is often attributed to the expectations placed on us and the Holiday itself.  Are the expectations realistic?  Join Calvin, as he unpacks the emotional impact expectations of a perfect holiday have us.  Take your Holiday back from the fears and stress.  Acceptance is the key to navigating this season.  A perfect holiday does not exist but we can have a joyful one and embrace it with gratitude. Thanks for listening and if you have enjoyed The Counselor's Couch, then let us know. Take a moment and leave a quick review of this episode or any episode on Apple Podcasts. Your review really does make a difference and they help us know if we are heading in the right direction.Comments, questions or topics of interest can be emailed to: calvin@calvincwilliamslpc.comShare an episode with a friend or family member and remember "You are not alone and You are of Value".

Get Your Copy of The Juggle is Real: Authentic Self-Care Planner & Activity Book for Busy Women ⁠HERE⁠! Pick up this 3-Month guide and daily journal for tracking well-being practices to find more ease, joy and time while reducing stress, overwhelm and burnout.  ~ From gifting and baking to hosting, creating magical memories and making sure everyone matches, there are a lot of additional expectations that we place on our shoulders at this time of year.  In this episode, Andryanna looks at: Where our expectations come from (vs. the reality); The signs that you've put too much on your plate; and How we can gain a handle on our expectations to rein things in a little. She shares some insights and examples from struggles she's faced and changes that she's made in her own life that have helped maintain holiday traditions without ending up in exhaustion and overwhelm. This episode is an important reminder and provides the permission you may need to shift your thoughts and schedule around the holidays. Whether it's taking things down a notch, giving yourself some space or managing the expectations around traditions and to-do's, Andryanna shares how we can let go and truly enjoy the season with more ease, joy and fun.  CONNECT WITH ANDRYANNA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: hello@andryanna.com

Happier holidays for teens and parents start with better expectations. As the holiday season approaches, I'm revisiting a cherished episode from last December, filled with timeless wisdom that's just as relevant today. This episode isn't just a guide for the holidays; it's a compass for parenting throughout the year. It is no secret that teens can have high expectations around the holidays. Discover simple ideas to help you navigate this challenge with understanding and grace for your teen and yourself. If gift-giving stresses you out, this episode will help you see it in a whole new light and help you drop the pressure and obligation and rediscover the joy of giving gifts with love.  Plus you will learn how managing your own expectations can lead to a more rewarding experience this holiday season so you can experience the magic of Christmas, no matter the circumstances!    Mentioned on the Show: Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation and get more resources for making holiday magic with your teens.  Parenting teens doesn't have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook

Holidays and Events with your Ex can be super stressful. Give yourself permission this Holiday to release the mental load, or traditions that are weighing you down. Reclaim your peace and joy this season. If you love this podcast you will love my "Get Over Divorce" Book! Grab it for only $4.99 as an instant download here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Getoverdivorce.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Did you want to learn more about working with me? Fill out a ⁠⁠⁠⁠quick form ⁠⁠⁠⁠and let's chat! Let's find out if my program THRIVING THROUGH DIVORCE is a fit for you. Inside this program I will work with you personally to help you reach your healing and thriving goals. Want to join the best Facebook Divorce Support Group on the internet? Join: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Thriving Community, Women Supporting Women through Divorce.⁠⁠

The holiday season is a joyful time for many people, but also a time that brings an enormous amount of stress for some. Holiday stress begins with a “should” list that is bound to cause anxiety. Listen in as Sarah shares tips on how to take a step back and learn to say “no” when necessary.   Additional Burn Fat and Feast episodes on surviving the holiday season- Episode 31: 6 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays and Feel Amazing in the New Year https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/6-ways-to-enjoy-the-holidays-and-feel-amazing-in-the-new-year/id1617869214?i=1000582999458   Episode 32: 5 Ways to Fill Your Cup This Holiday Season https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/32-5-ways-to-fill-your-cup-this-holiday-season/id1617869214?i=1000583793610   Episode 37: 4 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/37-4-tips-to-avoid-holiday-weight-gain/id1617869214?i=1000587898633   Check out our website at https://burnfatandfeast.com to find out more about how you can ignite your life and live fully.  GRAB ONE OF OUR FREEBIES: Week of Meals (with grocery list and recipes) Ultimate Guide to Intermittent Fasting For Women 5 Days to Burning Fat and Increasing Energy Training Fat Burning Guide Metabolism and Hormone Checklist Fast Food Guide Free LIVE workout FEAST your way FIT training Connect with us on your favorite social media platform: Instagram: www.instagram.com/burnfatandfeast Facebook: www.facebook.com/burnfatandfeast TikTok: @burnfatandfeast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/burn-fat-and-feast/ Join our FREE Facebook community to be surrounded by other women on a mission to live their best lives.  Rate, Review and Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love this show, please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps us support more people just like you, move toward the life they desire and deserve. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and select “Write a Review”. Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode.  Also, if you haven't done so, follow the podcast. We add episodes every week to the feed and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now!

In this timely episode we tackle a common challenge during the holiday season – the pressure to eat. Join Lyn as she shares strategies on how to navigate social gatherings without feeling overwhelmed by food expectations. This episode provides actionable tips to help you stay on track with your health goals while standing tall and living the life you want to live. https://CouchToActive.com ABOUT THE HOST Lyn Lindbergh is the founder of Couch to Active. This online fitness studio provides fully accessible group fitness and personal training to people who are blind and sighted. She is an award-winning author and host of the Couch to Active podcast. Lyn is an educator. She holds a degree in Education and certifications as a Sports Nutrition Specialist, Weight Management Specialist, Aging Fitness Specialist, Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, and Group Fitness Instructor. Lyn lives with chronic illnesses fueling her compassion for what it takes to get moving when the body refuses to cooperate. She's a geeky-goofball, who smiles too much and takes her client's health and wellness seriously. 

Join me as we talk about how to have open communication with your kids. Mom still has a voice but she needs to choose what matters most and let the rest go in order to have a more peaceful holiday season. Helpful Links:  Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here Free Discovery Session with certified Empty Nest Coach, Pamela here Review + Rate podcast here Follow Pamela on Instagram here Pamela's website with free resources here  

When you read the word “expectation,” what comes to mind? A feeling of hope? A sense of disappointment? Or a point of frustration?Expectations- we've all got ‘em whether we want to or not- and that's why I wanted to take time with fellow Wholehearted Coach Deanna Sudom to unpack the word expectation specifically in light of the holiday season. We will offer five practical tips to help you navigate expectations, which you can implement today, and a specific action for each Enneagram Type to support you this holiday season.  Learn more about Deanna here. Are you struggling to find the perfect gift? Do you wonder why their list looks so different from yours? Well, wonder no more: I've created the Enneagram Gift Giving Guide with you in mind. Get the free guide plus bonus gift tags at www.simplywholehearted.com/enneagram-gift-guide. Looking for an episode playlist for your Enneagram Type?Get more information about this free guide here!Meet the Collective here!Connect with Amy: IG Website

In Episode 103, we're talking navigating all the dynamics that come along with the holidays. In this conversation we dive into how Alyson anticipates the new dynamics around her to shift this holiday season, we chat how holidays often bring forward our unhealed inner child wounds, how people don't always show up as the best version of themselves on holidays, giving ourselves permission to show up however we choose to show up without expectation - shame - or regret and so much more. We share how holiday dynamics look different for both of us and lean into what we can learn from each others experiences. Feeling anxious, alone, excited, joyful heading into the holidays as well? Come explore the duality of holiday emotions with us!Leave us a 5 star review, screenshot and send to @butwhatifyoudidpod on IG and Alyson will gift you a free one to one Breathwork session as a thank you for being apart of our amazing community. Offer good until end of 2024. **This is an affiliate link - I do receive a small commission when you use my link to shop. This helps to offset the costs of the show. Check out GutPersonal! - Use code 'Butwhatifyoudid' to save 10%Connect with AlysonConnect with Khloe1:1 Life Coaching with Alyson Follow along with the Podcast on Social!Check out our Community Newsletter--> Subscribe here!

Join us as we talk about the gift of being adaptable and flexible along with understanding our children are not responsible for our happiness. Learn how managing our expectations creates the warm holiday we long for. Helpful Links: Free Guide: Your Kids Are Grown...Now What? here Free Discovery Call: Learn more about a coaching relationship with certified Life Coach, Pamela here Pamela Instagram here Rate + Review Podcast here Visit Pamela's website here

Moms yearn for simpler days when all the kids were home and traditions were carried out with ease. But times have changed, and our ability to be flexible and adapt will have lasting, positive impact on our families. Join us for a most honest conversation on the topic. HELPFUL LINKS: The Soft Never website here The Soft Never on Instagram here Free Guide: Your Kids are Grown...Now What? here Book a free Discovery session with certified Life Coach for Midlife Moms, Pamela, here Rate + Review Podcast here Follow Pamela on Instagram here

Fast food woes? Us too! Let's commiserate and chat about how we handle other people's expectations during the holidays!

We dive into expectations during the "holiday season" for ourselves, our kids, and others in our lives. 0:15- Weekly recap 1:48- Random poll- Do you do stockings? 3:08- Expectations around gift opening 4:15- Expecting kids to put on a big show for us 5:28- Set expectations for kids ahead of time 6:44- It's not a personal attack- it's just kids not knowing how to navigate these situations 9:00- expectations for kids during the actual holiday events 10:10- Feelings more lenient on holidays because day-to-day routine/expectations are well established 11:00- Do you have a kids table? 12:30- Preparing family members of our expectations in the moment 14:00- Personal rules for electronics during the holidays 18:15- Do you talk to kids ahead of time of expectations for behavior during the holidays? 20:20- 1 Controversial Holiday opinion --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/2moms0attentionspan/message

Holiday Expectations are the joy robbers. Here's how to leave room for yourself, and be sturdy this holiday season (and always). 1. How in our preparation for making things perfect, we leave no room for the peace and joy that is actually in front of us. 2. The opposite revolutions that Glennon and Amanda are having right now – and why they're at the core the same. 3. The final frontier: How to be who we are wherever we are – and let our people be who they are wherever we are, too. 4. What it felt like for Glennon, Abby, and Amanda to watch Tish's first live performance on stage. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The holidays and our expectations can create a stress-fueled December for us and our families.  In this episode, I wanted to offer you some ideas on how to get those expecations in check so it's easier to deal with unmet expecations when things don't go according to plan. One of the most important things I talk about today will be how to make sure your unmet expectations don't turn into negative stories you're writing about yourself.  Join me for this episode and please, if you enjoy listening subscribe or leave a rating telling me what you liked about listening. CONNECT WITH ME! Buy the HIP Habits Workbook Instagram Facebook Twitter Website

Join us as we talk about three more ways the art of practicing gratitude helps us release the expectations moms carry surrounding the holidays. When you apply these techniques you'll bring peace to your family celebrations. Grab my free guide, Five Ways to Support Your Adult Child or find more free resources or schedule a free discovery session with Pamela, Midlife Mindset Coach for Moms on her website.

Learn how a simple gratitude practice will help you release those expectations so you can experience a more peaceful holiday season. Grab my free guide, How to Support Your Adult Child and check out the other free resources or schedule a coaching call on my website.

Anthony is back on the show this week! We go into how you can communicate holiday expectations and what we've done to create realistic plans leading into December and January. We also talk about our favorite gifts we've given and received, making our own holiday traditions, holiday budget talk, and looking back at past holidays together.

Breck and Remy discuss how social media affects them and how holidays have changed for them over the years --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's Christmas time, and we all have expectations this season. Some are material—what gifts are we going to receive? What experiences are we going to have? Some are relational—will we finally get engaged? Will the grandbabies be visiting? Expectations are fine as long as we manage them instead of letting them manage us. If we're not careful, unmet expectations can turn us into people we don't want to be. Who do you want to be during the holidays? In this episode, two women–Elizabeth and Mary–are going to give us an incredible, real-life, non-sugar-coated example of who we can be this holiday season. We find them in Luke chapter 1, right before the first Christmas. At their meeting, we see their mutual joy in being in each other's presence because of God's work in their lives. These women show us it's a gift to be in community without jealousy, to bless other people with our words and welcome them into our hearts. When we remember Christmas isn't about us, we find enduring joy. There's nothing better than going into this season with Jesus as Savior and Lord of our lives. It exceeds any and all of our expectations. If you'd like to go deeper in the Word, Kelly has a brand new Bible study on the book of Ruth! You can even download the first week for free. Check out Ruth: Loss, Love & Legacy at www.lifeway.com/Ruth Cultivate is brought to you in part by the Dwell Bible App. Save 30% at dwellapp.io/Cultivate.

In this episode, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs) Michelle Iversen and Brett Cushing continue their holiday stress series by talking about how to manage holiday expectations, including expectations related to spending time with others, finances, and gifts.Listen to find out more about the "broken promises theory" that impacts our mood, how we experience high expectations around the holiday, and strategies to use that will help you feel prepared to handle the stress of the holiday season.Do you have feedback or topic requests? Email us at podcast@nystromcounseling.comWe'd love to hear from you!Follow alongInstagramFacebookNystrom & Associates

Join us as we discuss three more ways to release expectations so the holidays can be more peaceful for everyone. Need more help with difficult conversations? Grab my free guide, Three Tricky Topics with Prompts for Honest Conversation with Your Adult Child. There are prompts for conversation about holiday plans. For more free resources or to schedule a coaching session with Pamela, Midlife Mindset Coach for Moms, go to her website.

Welcome to 25 days of PODMAS! A new podcast everyday for 25 days! No better way to ring in the holiday season then to chat and connect every day leading up to December 25th! Let's kick off podmas with a real talk about how to keep yourself in a positive place this holiday season. What do you need to do to make sure that you can actually enjoy... I mean, maybe tolerate the holiday season and not have it filled with discomfort, disappointment or sadness. You are in control of you, that is it. So let's make the most of it and walk away from this holiday season feeling proud of ourselves!

Hey, We've been going through all the helpful strategies to setup the right expectations and intentional plans for the Christmas season. Now it's time to share some of the strategy with your husband to make sure you're on the same page. This is a crucial step to eliminate unnecessary stress and arguments. This 3 part conversation will show respect to your husband to communicate the plans and allow him to express any important elements to him. Then, come up with a game plan to get the help and support you need to accomplish all the tasks in time. And finally, remember the importance of your relationship and make it a priority. It's a powerful conversation that will make the next month go a lot easier and happier. So listen in and talk with your husband today! We're growing stronger relationships over here for Christmas :) With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / /   Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

Hey, Are you already feeling the crunch of too many plans for the holidays? Or maybe the opposite- not knowing what to do to make it fun and memorable?  The calendar can feel like an overwhelming thing this time of year. So let's reign it in so your schedule doesn't feel out of control. We will go through 7 specific questions and by the end you will have your calendar planned out with exactly what you need and nothing else. You will have the peace and calm of knowing you have a plan that feels good for what your family wants and needs this year. Let's get started! With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / / What did she say?! Here's the links to what I mentioned today: Need an easy printable calendar? Check out our command centers       Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

Let's learn some tips to help you release these expectations so the holidays are jolly for everyone. Need help discussing holiday plans with your kids? Grab my free guide, Three Tricky Topics with Prompts for Honest Conversation with Your Adult Child. This guide addresses how to talk about holiday plans. For more free resources and to schedule a free discovery sessions with Midlife Mindset Coach for Moms, Pamela, visit her website.

Hey, Happy Thanksgiving! Tis the season to be grateful... or the season to say one thing of gratitude and then forget all about being grateful.... We are all guilty of this right? Talking about how we need to be thankful but barely spend a day or even a few moments with a heart of gratitude. So how do we change that? How do we actually live a lifestyle of gratitude and grace for others? Today we discuss a few practical tips, including handling family drama at your gatherings, and takeaways from how the Bible shows us to have a heart of gratitude. Let's be intentional with our thoughts and find fellowship with Jesus so that we are equipped to be holy and show the love of Jesus to those around us.   As always, I'm truly thankful for each of your and walking this intentional journey of motherhood with me! With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / /   Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

Hey, Does the pressure of knowing what to buy for Christmas gifts totally stress you out? Are you feeling the financial crunch this year but don't know how to scale back?    Well I've got you covered in today's guide to planning what to buy and how to make it easier, faster and more meaningful. Let's make the gift buying process less stressful this year and something you feel confident you can get done and feel good about.   Don't miss the gift tag strategy, link below to grab those printables. With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / / What did she say?! Here's the links to what I mentioned today: Episode 8: How to always know what to buy for someone White and blue Christmas gift tags Fun green Christmas gift tags     Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

Hey, Before you fill the calendar or stress over an empty one, take some time to be intentional about what celebrating the holidays as a family is going to look like this year. You don't have to just default to what you do every year. Maybe it's time to change the traditions. Take some time to reflect what is enjoyable and what has just become a dreaded routine. And forcing everyone to participate may not be the best solution, at least not participating in the usual way. Let's have an important convo on strategizing how you spend your next few weeks with your family. Here's to less stress, less burnout, and more fun memories this holiday season! With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / /   Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

This Thursday is American Thanksgiving, and we're coming up on a season of lots of holidays, and with those holidays come many many expectations. You have them, your kids have them, your parents have them, your boss has them, the Internet has them… it's a whole vibe. So today, we're going to talk about how to be a Lazy Genius about the holiday expectations you will encounter from others and from within yourself.Helpful Companion LinksEpisode #40: The Lazy Genius Navigates Family TensionEpisode #224: When Things Don't Go According to PlanEpisode #87: The Lazy Genius Guide to FlexibilityEpisode #235: When You Disagree On What MattersCheck out my books The Lazy Genius Kitchen and The Lazy Genius WayDownload a transcript of this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey, Time to get ready for the holidays! If you haven't decorated for Christmas yet, (technically whatever holiday you're celebrating) then today's quick strategy episode will give you an intentional plan this year. From figuring out the tree design to who's planning the outside decorations. I'm helping you go in with a plan this year that incorporates everyone in the family. Stop and think about what you really want this year before just going into automatic mode of doing the same thing you do every year.   We continue our holiday expectations series tomorrow, stay tuned! With bold love, peace and intention, Julie / / /   / / /   / / /   Connect with Me Website >  www.mommadeplans.com Productivity Printables >  https://tinyurl.com/papermadeplans Instagram >  https://www.instagram.com/mommadeplans/ Email >  julie@papermadeplans.com Email Signup > https://tinyurl.com/mommadeplansemail

As somewhat of a continuation of last week's episode, I decided to share a few holiday expectations that I've been affected by and still deal with. I also discuss holiday stress, setting boundaries, and the importance of reflecting on where our expectations came from.*I will be taking next week off of the podcast. Next episode will be live Thursday, December 1st*Download a FREE Boundary WorksheetLearn more about the Patreon!INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK: @trustandthriveTWITTER: @trustandthriveFACEBOOK: bit.ly/FBtaramontWEBSITE: www.tara-mont.comEMAIL: tara@tara-mont.com

In today's episode, Jamie, Lucy, and Avery talk about how expectations come up for us in our lives. We notice that expectations can have a negative effect on our daily experiences and can impact special occasions like the holidays. We talk about how expectations can sneak up on us and threaten to “ruin” our experiences. We discuss how expectations feel in our body and some strategies we have found helping in managing our expectations. We talk about the pressure to have the “best holiday ever” and how difficult it can be when the holiday experience doesn't live up to our expectations.   Do try this at home:Be mindful of your expectations. If you are a person that often falls into the high expectations trap, pay attention to how you are feeling (especially during the holidays).Voice your expectations. Don't keep those things buried deep down inside. It may help if you reframe expectations as intentions or goals. You may find that putting words to your expectations helps to diffuse them. Keep expectations low. When you keep your expectations reasonable and reachable, it is more likely that you'll be pleasantly surprised by reaching them rather than disappointed when you don't. 

Do the holidays bring you feelings of happiness and joy OR is it a time of stress and anxiety? Maybe a combination of both? For our kids, there are added layers of sensory awareness and accommodations that need to be considered, prepared for, and executed.  If the upcoming hoildays fill you with dread, specifically because of these extra layers that are added to our plate, this is the episode for you! Let us know what you think and if there additional related topics that we can chat about. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkautism.com    

House love coach Carly Thornock joins cohost sisters Courtney and Carley for an episode about intentionally bringing joy and fun into your life and home this fall. This episode is part of the feel good fall series, packed with interviews and sisterly advice to increase feelings of peace and confidence going into the holiday season and beyond.    Call to Action In the next 24 hours, create 2 columns on a piece of paper. In the first column, write down words/adjectives that represent what feels fun to your soul this holiday season (is it beautiful bows, tasty treats, festive music?). In a second column, write a list of all the rules, traditions and expectations associated with this time of year (delivering neighbor presents, attending parties, etc.). Cross out the second column elements that don't match up with the adjectives of the first column and soak in the joy and deliciousness of your personalized holiday plans. “If you go through and in your body, it's like, ‘I hate that! I should do that.' If your brain ever says, ‘I should do that'--cross it off. I want you to be liberal in your crossing off. And then the ones that are left, I want you to circle and put little hearts around them and I want you to just soak it in with the deliciousness that it is to you of, ‘I just love sitting under my Christmas tree and listening to instrumental music while I look at the snow. That is what I'm doing and I'm doing it three times and that's the only thing. We're giving up all the parties. We're not doing any candy canes.' Whatever it is to you. Cross off the things that feel at all not fun. And highlight the ones that do and commit to those.” -Carly Thornock Resources Quiet Your Mind (referenced body scan episode) Intentional House by Month (Carly's book!) Connect with Carly Instagram @CarlyThornock carlythornock.com   Connect with Hey, Sister! Instagram @TheHeySisterPodcast heysisterpodcast.org   Show Timeline 0:00 Guest and topic introduction   4:30 Home is the ultimate inside joke    6:15 Feel Good Fall meaning as a house love coach: the invitation to match nature. 3 steps to recognize what feel goods to you: 1) Breathe and sit still, 2) Use senses to connect, 3) Fun or it doesn't happen   11:00 Intentionality of what makes a “good home”; hitting metaphorical nails on the head. Energy in homes    13:45 “Shoulds” and further elaboration on the nails on the board analogy    15:00 Breathing/syncing heart and mind; nutcrackers story    18:00 Assets of home    20:45 “Fun or it doesn't happen” coaching: fun is what feels good to body, fun can look like structure, relationships, connection, beauty   23:45 Getting into your body. Anxious should-ing vs. truly happy with structure. Failed body scans and letting husbands bake the cookies. Gatekeeping   28:45 Call to action   31:30 Children's experience at home is colored by what is delightful/delicious to mom   33:30 Contact information, final thoughts, outtakes