Heather O'Reilly 12/8/25 Heather O'Reilly 12/8/25

Taking the Pressure Off Christmas

December 8 2025

December can feel heavy. Expectations build as we prepare for Christmas, and with them comes pressure. Pressure to do everything right, pressure to make the holiday perfect, pressure to hold onto traditions that may no longer fit our lives. And when the day arrives and then passes, the contrast can feel sharp. The lead-up is intense, and suddenly it is over. For many, that can bring exhaustion, quiet disappointment, or a sense that something is missing.