{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"199. Unwrapping the Pressure of the Holiday Season | How to Deck the Halls Without Losing It","description":"It\u2019s the most wonderful, and overwhelming, time of the year. In this episode, we\u2019re sharing our unfiltered take on surviving the holidays with your sanity (and spirit) intact. From blow-up lawn decorations to curated gift wrap trends, we unpack the pressure we all feel to make the holidays \u201cperfect,\u201d and how to reclaim the magic without losing your mind. If your traditions feel more stressful than sacred this year, this one\u2019s for you.    Organizations we love and support: Roof Above Room In The Inn Second Harvest Food Bank | 100% of the proceeds from our Thanksgiving Day classes go to Second Harvest Food Bank!   Some ways to stay sane during the holidays include: Let go of perfection. Traditions evolve! Make your own rules, whether it\u2019s gift bags or glitter bombs. Look for the magic. Even the smallest gestures can create warmth, wonder, and memories that matter. Make space for both joy and grief. The holidays can be hard. Honor your real experience and invite others into it. Keep caring for your body. Movement, meals, and mindfulness aren\u2019t extras\u2026 they\u2019re your anchor. Give what you can. Presence, kindness, and small acts of service are powerful gifts.   \ud83d\udd25SWTHZ South Park is a contrast therapy experience for wellness lovers who want the biohacking benefits of saunas and cold plunges in a luxurious, private environment. Get $10 off your first session with code LKSWT10, or use code LKSWT when purchasing a membership!   \u2615\ufe0fMUD\/WTR is a coffee alternative consisting of 100% organic cacao, ayurvedic herbs and functional mushrooms. With just a fraction of caffeine found in coffee, you get energy, focus and immune support without the crash! Use this link for 15% off your purchase, or $20 off PLUS a 15% discount if you subscribe!   Hilliard Studio Method takes working out to the next level to produce results that are nothing short of a total mind-body transformation. If you\u2019re ready to get in incredible shape, you can work out with us in-person at our Charlotte studio, join classes from home via Zoom, or sign up for our on-demand streaming service! HSM In-Person Classes HSM At Home (Via Zoom) HSM Streaming   Be Powerful with Liz & Lee is focused on helping you find your inner power and for us to share our thoughts on society, culture, and current events. As the team behind Hilliard Studio Method in Charlotte, North Carolina, we love all things wellness and will also share info on how to live your healthiest life mentally, physically, and emotionally.   Podcast contact info: Liz\u2019s Instagram  Lee\u2019s Instagram Hilliard Studio Method HSM Facebook Liz & Lee\u2019s YouTube   ","author_name":"Be Powerful with Liz & Lee","author_url":"http:\/\/hilliardstudiomethod.libsyn.com\/website","html":"