It's been a tough 2025. Many of us feel the hit to our mindset, mood, and money even more during the holidays. This episode breaks down “The Fantastic Four” feel-good chemicals, how they affect your brain and body, and 15 free ways to boost your mindset, mood, memories, and vibe this holiday season and beyond.

Resources mentioned:

Empowering Your Gut-Brain Axis with Kristina Von Oertzen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowering-your-gut-brain-axis-with-kristina-von-oertzen/id1709538824?i=1000660290238

Gallup: U.S. Depression Rate Remains Historically High:

https://news.gallup.com/poll/694199/u.s.-depression-rate-remains-historically-high.aspx#:~:text=Story%20Highlights,COVID%2D19%20pandemic%20in%202020

American Psychological Association: Stress In America 2025:

https://www.apa.org/pubs/reports/stress-in-america/2025#:~:text=In%20a%20time%20when%20relationships,about%20disagreement%E2%80%94it's%20about%20disconnection

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