19/11/2025
The Christmas Countdown Burnout Is Real 🎄
Here’s Your Reminder to Slow Down Before Your Body Forces You To
This time of year comes with a special kind of pressure. School events, work deadlines, Christmas shopping, family plans, end-of-year parties… and somehow you’re meant to be rested, cheerful, and on top of everything.
But our bodies don’t care what month it is.
If you’re running on fumes, it will let you know.
Fatigue, headaches, irritability, tight muscles, that “I can’t keep doing this” feeling - these aren’t inconveniences. They’re warning signs. And pushing through them doesn’t make you strong; it makes you human… and at risk of burning out.
The truth is, rest isn’t optional during busy season. It’s essential.
Setting boundaries, prioritising sleep, booking recovery time, and actually listening to your body might be the thing that saves you from hitting the wall before Christmas even arrives.
If December has you feeling stretched thin already, consider this your permission slip to slow down, protect your energy, and refill your cup.
And if your body needs a little extra support right now, I’ve got you.
You can book in with Emjay Therapies to reset before the chaos peaks. Wednesday hours with Maddie have just been added. This is your chance.