12/16/2025
Caregivers give so much every day, remember to give yourself some grace this holiday season.
The holidays don’t need to add more to your plate. They can be a chance to slow down, simplify, reconnect, and create moments that feel genuine and manageable for you and the person you care for. This year, let connection be your focus.
Connection doesn’t have to be big or elaborate. It can be as simple as:
• Sitting together and listening to music
• Sharing a quiet conversation
• Asking for help and letting people help
• Being honest about what you need
• Letting go of traditions that don’t fit right now
When we stop trying to make the holidays look a certain way, we usually find a little more space for what actually matters. Planning ahead helps, but so does taking breaks, saying no when you need to, and giving yourself permission to do things differently.