28: Holiday Pressure vs. Handmade Joy: Redefining What 'Special' Looks Like
Summary
Feeling the holiday pressure already? Between Pinterest-perfect expectations and everyone else's Instagram highlights, it's easy to feel like you should be doing more. But what if "special" doesn't mean elaborate or expensive — what if it just means heartfelt?
In this episode, Kathleen shares her own journey from holiday burnout to handmade joy, and gives you permission to do the holidays differently this year. You'll learn how to choose meaningful over impressive, presence over perfection, and create holiday magic without the overwhelm.
You'll Hear About:
Why the holiday pressure we feel isn't really about the holidays at all
What makes something truly "special" (hint: it's not perfection)
The difference between handmade pressure and handmade joy
5 practical strategies for choosing what to make (and what to let go)
What your people actually want from you this season
A gentle challenge to redefine the holidays on your own terms
Key Takeaway: You don't have to do it all to make it special. Handmade doesn't mean more work — it means more heart. Your calm, your presence, and your joy are the real gifts this season.
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