Feeling overwhelmed this December is more common than you think. This guide offers practical tools grounded in therapy to help you stay centered, supported, and emotionally steady through the holiday season.

Thanksgiving ends, the leftovers settle, and suddenly the emotional temperature shifts. Research shows that the days immediately after a major holiday create a measurable spike in emotional dysregulation. This quiet, awkward weekend may determine whether December becomes a month of stability or a sprint toward burnout.