Christmas can be magical… or completely overwhelming.

In this episode, we dive into the small choices and subtle behaviours that quietly shape how we experience the festive season. From unexpected coping strategies to playful personality quirks, discover insights that will make you pause, smile, and maybe rethink your approach to Christmas altogether.

Tune in for relatable stories, practical life hacks, and a few surprises that show just how much our behaviour matters... especially when it comes to staying grounded, connected, and safe.

This week, we’re unwrapping a truth many of us quietly carry every December… the weight of Christmas overwhelm.

In this gentle and honest episode, I share a simple story and a few tiny shifts that can completely change how you experience the season: without more effort, pressure, or perfection.

If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting a magical Christmas and wanting a peaceful one, this conversation is for you.

Join me as we explore how to make the holidays feel lighter, calmer, and truly yours again.

Rise to Your Best Self

Alina Holanda at RiseR Wellbeing Coach

This week on RiseR Wellbeing with Andover Radio, we’re moving from road rage to something a little closer to home: the sneaky habits that quietly shape our days (and sometimes sabotage our best intentions).

To bring this to life, I share a light-hearted, fictional story about a friend we’ll call Deborah. Every morning, Deborah promised herself she’d get up on time… and every morning, the snooze button whispered sweet nothings in her ear. Three taps later, she was deep in negotiations with herself: “Just five more minutes…”
We’ve all been there... not because we’re lazy, but because habits are powerful little creatures.

They run on autopilot, influencing not just our actions but our confidence, too.

In this episode, we explore how small choices reinforce bigger patterns, and how one tiny shift can rewrite the whole behaviour loop.

You’ll also learn this week’s wellbeing tool:

The One-Minute Momentum Move
A simple, doable habit reset that works because it’s too small for your brain to argue with.

Whether it’s getting out of bed, avoiding stress-snacking, exercising, or putting your phone down... one minute is enough to create momentum.

Real change doesn’t demand perfection… just a tiny commitment repeated with kindness.

Simple actions. Tiny shifts. Big changes over time.
Rise to Your Best Self with me, Alina Holanda.