This time last year, I was in a completely different place... moving through a breakup, feeling emotionally raw, anxious, and overwhelmed. As this December arrived, I realized how much that season still lives in my nervous system, and how often overwhelm turns into irritability, negativity, or the quiet story that nobody really cares or is listening.

In this episode, I'm sharing how reflecting on where I was last year inspired me to intentionally create a December Mental Health Plan as a way to restore capacity, soften my inner dialogue, and stop carrying everything alone as I close out the year.

We talk about:- Healing after a breakup and the long tail of emotional overwhelm- How anxiety shows up as complaining, comparison, or self-criticism- The narratives we tell ourselves about being unseen or behind-The boundaries, daily practices, and support systems I'm prioritizing this month- Why therapy, co-regulation, and additional support feel essential right now- How I'm choosing to move from overwhelmed to inspired as I look ahead to 2026

If you're ending this year feeling exhausted, sensitive, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and choose a gentler way forward.

You don't have to have it all figured out. You're allowed to choose support. You're allowed to feel inspired again, one small step at a time.