Thriving Through the Holidays: A Masterclass in Boundaries & Self-Care | Ep 389

The holidays don’t have to mean burnout, digestive chaos, and throwing all your healthy habits out the window. They can be fun AND joyful too! In this episode, Erin shares part of a powerful masterclass from TFN practitioner Nicole Antes, FHP-C, who offers practical strategies to help you stay grounded, nourished, and calm throughout the busiest time of the year.

You’ll learn how to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset with the “eat what you want, add what you need” approach, prep smart for travel with supportive snacks and supplements, and build daily routines like walking, breathwork, and screen-free time to support your nervous system and energy levels.

Women are so often the caretakers, the peacekeepers, and the chronic “yes-sayers”. Putting yourself first can feel hard, but the holiday season is actually the perfect time to set boundaries and practice self-care!

In this episode:

• The simple “eat what you want, add what you need” mindset Nicole uses to enjoy holiday desserts
• Why saving up for a big holiday meal by skipping breakfast or lunch can actually make digestion, energy, and cravings worse
• The yummy protein-rich snacks, electrolytes, and digestion aids Nicole packs in her holiday travel toolkit 
• How herbal teas with lemon balm, passion flower, skullcap, or holy basil can keep your stress in check
• The importance of walking after meals to aid blood sugar and digestion

Resources mentioned:

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TFN Travel Guide: How to Stay On Track While Traveling

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