<p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023">Black Friday is HERE!!!!</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Click on the link below to see the whole list of Black Friday offerings ranging from $7 mini course - $397 private coaching intensives! </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2022">https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">It's the most wonderful time of the year, but also one of the most stressful for perfectionists! In fact, we get, on average, a 40% increase of anxiety during the holidays and we’re diving into what are some ways you can ease that perfectionism during the holiday season. </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode, we discuss tactics for managing perfectionism and reducing anxiety during the holiday season. From dealing with family dynamics to avoiding burnout from parties and hosting, Nicole provides sanity-saving tips to stay present and joyful. Instead of getting overwhelmed by expectations and guilt, learn how letting go of control can lead to a holiday season that feels magical, not manic.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">5 Key Takeaways:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Release unrealistic expectations of a "perfect" holiday season. Accept that things will go wrong and don't try to control every moment.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reframe guilt over saying no into gratitude for choosing yourself and growing. Set those new meanings beforehand.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Delegate hosting duties and resist people-pleasing. You can't be everywhere at once.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">If you fall back into old family dynamics, consciously rewrite those patterns by catching negative thoughts.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The key is presence. Stay focused on each moment instead of past problems or future to-dos.</p> </li> </ol> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Tune in to hear more techniques for minimizing holiday stress and spending the season present and joyful, not anxious and overwhelmed. It's possible for even the most tightly-wound perfectionist to enjoy the holidays!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">MORE FROM NICOLE:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Take the <a href= "https://life-coach-baker.involve.me/what-type-of-perfectionists-are-you"> FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz</a> and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type! </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get <a href= "https://nicolebaker.podia.com/over-the-overwhelm-your-mini-course-to-end-overwhelm-for-good"> Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Schedule your <a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/discoverycall">FREE 30-minute Discovery Call</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Nicole on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker/">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">__</p> <p dir="ltr">This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane! </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-a213d843-7fff-8427-3912-5a643c9e3976">She’s accepting clients and you can contact her <a href= "https://www.arielvillafane.com/">here</a>.</strong></p>

Imperfect Success

Nicole Holleman

221: Perfectionism and the Holidays: How to Stay Sane When Expectations are High

NOV 21, 202328 MIN
Imperfect Success

221: Perfectionism and the Holidays: How to Stay Sane When Expectations are High

NOV 21, 202328 MIN

Description

<p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023">Black Friday is HERE!!!!</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Click on the link below to see the whole list of Black Friday offerings ranging from $7 mini course - $397 private coaching intensives! </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2022">https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/blackfriday2023</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">It's the most wonderful time of the year, but also one of the most stressful for perfectionists! In fact, we get, on average, a 40% increase of anxiety during the holidays and we’re diving into what are some ways you can ease that perfectionism during the holiday season. </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode, we discuss tactics for managing perfectionism and reducing anxiety during the holiday season. From dealing with family dynamics to avoiding burnout from parties and hosting, Nicole provides sanity-saving tips to stay present and joyful. Instead of getting overwhelmed by expectations and guilt, learn how letting go of control can lead to a holiday season that feels magical, not manic.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">5 Key Takeaways:</p> <ol> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Release unrealistic expectations of a "perfect" holiday season. Accept that things will go wrong and don't try to control every moment.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reframe guilt over saying no into gratitude for choosing yourself and growing. Set those new meanings beforehand.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Delegate hosting duties and resist people-pleasing. You can't be everywhere at once.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">If you fall back into old family dynamics, consciously rewrite those patterns by catching negative thoughts.</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The key is presence. Stay focused on each moment instead of past problems or future to-dos.</p> </li> </ol> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Tune in to hear more techniques for minimizing holiday stress and spending the season present and joyful, not anxious and overwhelmed. It's possible for even the most tightly-wound perfectionist to enjoy the holidays!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">MORE FROM NICOLE:</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Take the <a href= "https://life-coach-baker.involve.me/what-type-of-perfectionists-are-you"> FREE “What Type of Perfectionist Are You?” quiz</a> and learn how to overcome the negatives of your perfectionist type! </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get <a href= "https://nicolebaker.podia.com/over-the-overwhelm-your-mini-course-to-end-overwhelm-for-good"> Over the Overwhelm: Your Mini-Course to End Overwhelm for Good</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Schedule your <a href= "https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/discoverycall">FREE 30-minute Discovery Call</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Connect with Nicole on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker/">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">__</p> <p dir="ltr">This podcast is produced and edited by the WONDERFUL Ariel Villafane! </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-a213d843-7fff-8427-3912-5a643c9e3976">She’s accepting clients and you can contact her <a href= "https://www.arielvillafane.com/">here</a>.</strong></p>