#46: How to Manage Stress and Anxiety This Christmas

Hello Therapy: Mental Health Tips For Personal Growth

Feeling festive stress? This episode can help!
The Christmas period is often described as the most wonderful time of the year—but for many, it can bring overwhelming stress and anxiety. In this episode, I discuss why festive pressures can take a toll on our mental health and I share five practical, evidence-based strategies to help you navigate the season with calm and clarity. From letting go of perfection to creating micro-moments of calm, this episode is packed with tools to help you enjoy the festive season on your terms. Don’t miss tip #5—it could transform how you approach the holidays entirely.

I also announce that as we are moving to a seasonal podcast format this is the last episode of 2024, with the second season beginning on 7th January 2025.
DOWNLOAD THE WINTER WELLNESS TOOLKIT HERE:
- 20+ pages of practical tips and strategies to help you feel your best during winter
- Journal prompts for self connection
- Soothing activity ideas
- Motivation tips
- Mindful colouring page
- Self compassion exercise
- Action plans for the ABCs of winter wellness
WATCH THE 54321 GROUNDING EXERCISE FOR MANAGING ANXIETY, STRESS AND OVERWHELM HERE.
Highlights include:
02:44 Tip 1: Take the Pressure Off
04:03 Tip 2: Pace Yourself
05:18 Tip 3: Prioritize Rest
06:11 Tip 4: Create Micro Moments of Calm
07:28 Tip 5: Remind Yourself of What Really Matters

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DISCLAIMER - The Hello Therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Liz White (DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, CSci, HCPC reg.), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and does not constitute personalised advice. Please reach out to your GP or a mental health professional if you need support.

פרקים

1. Introduction to Hello Therapy (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Holiday Stress and Anxiety (00:00:43)

3. Tip 1: Take the Pressure Off (00:02:44)

4. Tip 2: Pace Yourself (00:04:03)

5. Tip 3: Prioritise Rest (00:05:18)

6. Tip 4: Create Micro Moments of Calm (00:06:11)

7. Tip 5: Remind Yourself of What Really Matters (00:07:28)

8. Recap and Conclusion (00:08:39)

9. Season Finale and Farewell (00:08:54)