The holidays are supposed to be magical. Lights, laughter, family, and togetherness. But for a lot of us, they can also feel exhausting, overwhelming, and emotionally heavy. The unspoken expectations, endless social invitations, and family drama can leave you drained long before the New Year even arrives. Here’s the truth: you don’t have to do it all, tolerate it all, or fix it all. Setting boundaries isn’t selfish, it’s survival. It’s how you protect your peace, your joy, an

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