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Are you already feeling the pressure to make this holiday season extra special while worrying about how much it's all going to cost?

Between holiday shopping, family expectations, social media trends, and all the things you're trying to do for everyone else, it's easy to overspend without ever really deciding where your money should go.

But what if you could create a meaningful, memorable holiday without buying everything you're told you need?

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Jen Smith of the Frugal Friends Podcast to talk about how to be more intentional with your holiday spending, let go of the pressure to create the perfect Christmas, and make financial decisions based on what actually matters to you and your family.

When you listen, you'll learn:

• How to let go of the pressure to create the perfect holiday and give yourself permission to embrace good enough.
• How to identify what matters most to you and your family so you can spend money intentionally instead of wasting it on things that don't bring you joy.
• How to stick to your spending decisions when tempting holiday trends, social media pressure, and last-minute deals make you want to spend more.

Press play to discover how to spend less, feel less overwhelmed, and create a holiday season filled with meaningful memories instead of unnecessary expenses.

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Buy What You Love Without Going Broke by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni
The Frugal Friends podcast
The Frugal Friends coaching app
Pink Streets Financial Planning

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Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

Do you ever sit down to finally focus on an important task, only to have someone interrupt you with, "Hey, do you have a minute?" Before you know it, 20 minutes have passed, your train of thought is gone, and you're struggling to get back on track.

If you're constantly putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own work, interruptions might be one of the biggest reasons you're feeling overwhelmed and falling behind.

In this episode, Michelle shares practical strategies to protect your focus time, set boundaries around interruptions, and teach the people around you to respect your work time without feeling rude or selfish.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to set up your workspace, silence notifications, and make yourself harder to interrupt so you can focus on the work that matters most.
• What to say when someone interrupts you, including simple scripts for saying no, setting expectations, and determining whether something is truly urgent.
• How holding firm boundaries around your focus time teaches others to respect your work and helps you create more calm, productive days.

Press play to discover how a few simple boundaries can protect your focus, help you get important work done, and leave you feeling less overwhelmed at the end of the day.

Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

Send Me a Message - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat!

Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop.

Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here

Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...

You can have a relatively normal workday, a manageable list of responsibilities, and no major emergencies, yet still feel like you're drowning in overwhelm. One hidden reason might be the negative thoughts running through your head.

As a busy, successful working woman, you might find yourself constantly thinking that everyone else is doing better, you're falling behind, or you should somehow have everything together. But these thoughts aren't motivating you. They're adding even more stress and pressure to your already full plate.

In this episode, Michelle explains how negative self-talk contributes to overwhelm and shares a simple three-step strategy to help you interrupt those thoughts and feel calmer.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why comparing yourself to others and believing everyone else has it figured out can make an ordinary day feel overwhelming.
• How to recognize the three common negative self-talk patterns that create unnecessary stress, shame, and pressure.
• How to use the 3 Cs (Catch, Check, Change) to challenge negative thoughts, replace them with more realistic ones, and focus on one thing at a time.

Press play to discover how changing the way you talk to yourself can help you feel less overwhelmed, create more mental space, and approach your busy day with greater calm and ease.

Wondering why you're overwhelmed? Take my "why am I overwhelmed" quiz to find out the source of your overwhelm, and what to do about it.

Send Me a Message - Have a question, comment, or just want to say hi? Message me here, I'd love to chat!

Work With Me - Interested in working with me 1-on-1, taking a class, or joining one of my coaching groups? Message me here to get the scoop.

Want More? - If you love the content of this podcast, you'll love our Simple Sunday newsletter too. When you sign up, you’ll receive a simple dose of inspiration, practical tips, and a little fun—designed to help you start your week with simplicity and intention. Sign up here

Life can be overwhelming, but on this podcast, you'll discover practical strategies to overcome overwhelm, imposter syndrome, and negative self-talk, manage time effectively, set boundaries, and stay productive in high-stress jobs—all while learning how to say no and prioritize self-care on the Overwhelmed Worki...