The holidays aren’t always joyful for everyone. Sometimes they bring grief, loneliness, strained relationships, comparison, or a quiet heaviness that’s hard to explain, especially when it feels like everyone else is celebrating.

In this episode, Ashley talks openly about the emotions we don’t always give ourselves permission to feel this time of year. She shares how to honor what’s coming up without letting it take over your health, your habits, or your sense of self. This isn’t about forcing positivity or pushing feelings aside—it’s about learning how to hold space for your emotions while still caring for yourself in a season that can feel emotionally complex.

If the holidays feel harder than you expected, this episode is for you.

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