11/18/2025
If you're already feeling the weight of the holiday season, you're not alone.
The pressure to show up perfectly—at every gathering, with every gift, for every person—takes a serious toll on your nervous system. And when your body is screaming for rest but your calendar says otherwise? That's when the anxiety kicks in.
Here's your reminder: You don't have to do it all. You don't have to please everyone. And you definitely don't have to sacrifice your mental health for someone else's expectations.
This season, give yourself permission to:
✨ Say no without guilt
✨ Set boundaries with family
✨ Skip events that drain you
✨ Rest instead of perform
✨ Prioritize what actually fills your cup
Your nervous system will thank you. And honestly? The people who truly care about you will understand.
If the holidays are bringing up stress, burnout, or old wounds, Ike McIntyre Psychological Services is here to support you—nationwide. You deserve to enjoy this season, not just survive it. 💚
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