18. The Big Holiday Debrief Episode: What Went Well and What Didn't

Christmas is officially behind us, but before we get too far into January, we're pausing to reflect on the holiday season we just experienced. In this episode, we share our highs and lows, lessons learned, and plans to enhance our future holidays. We discuss how we balanced holiday tasks with self-care and how we aligned our actions with personal goals. Join us on this reflective journey full of practical advice and holiday insights, so you can make your next holiday season the best one yet!

Episode Highlights:

[00:01:09] - Tradition Spotlight on Lunar New Year

[00:02:49] - 5 Rs of post-holiday reflection

[00:05:30] - Our highlights of the season

[00:07:00] - When did your efforts contribute to our holiday celebrations?

[00:10:05] - What did you learn about planning and preparing this year?

[00:14:58] - What aspects of the season caused you the most stress?

[00:20:28] - What is your plan for saving for Christmas this year?

[00:22:10] - How could next year’s holidays more closely reflect your values?

[00:28:18] - How did you practice self-care during the holidays?

[00:32:42] - What advice would you give your future self as you move toward another holiday season?

[00:37:06] - This week’s Get A Headstart Tip for post-holiday Ta-Da! Lists

[00:39:19] - What’s on our to-do lists this week

[00:40:39] - Our Nice Lists

Resources:

• Luminette Glasses
• Grab The Holiday Headstart Playbook
• Take the Holiday Profile quiz
• Follow on Instagram @theholidayheadstart 
• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

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• Holiday Headstart Episode 9: How’s It Going? How To Take Stock Of Your Holiday Prep So Far

More About The Holiday Headstart:

Welcome to The Holiday Headstart podcast, where we get intentional about kicking overwhelm to the curb and bringing joy back to your holidays (and every day). We’re Heidi and Emily, two sisters and former elementary school teachers, who’ve taken the simple strategies and practical tips we mastered in the classroom and put them to work in our personal lives. 

And we’re here to help you do the same! Join us each week as we share how, with a little planning and a little prep, you can ensure that the days that make life special don’t become the days that make you stressed.