The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of us.

We explore how caretaking stress can blur boundaries, how alcohol can sneak in as a coping mechanism, and what it looks like to choose yourself without judgment.

This isn’t about labels or rules — it’s about awareness, compassion, and finding healthier ways to move through hard seasons. If you’ve ever questioned your relationship with alcohol, especially during high-stress or emotional times, this conversation is for you.

The holiday season can be beautiful, meaningful… and unbelievably hard. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to move through the holidays while grieving, missing someone, or carrying the emotional weight of caregiving. From traditions that feel different now, to the unexpected moments that bring up tears, we open up about our own experiences and the complicated mix of joy, nostalgia, and heartbreak this time of year can bring.

We also get into the pressure of holiday expectations—showing up to events, hosting, “being cheerful,” keeping it all together—and how learning to set boundaries has been a game changer. Whether it’s declining an invitation, stepping away when emotions bubble up, or redefining what the holidays look like for you, we talk about giving yourself permission to slow down, honor your feelings, and protect your energy.

If the holidays feel heavy this year, you’re not alone. We’re right here with you, navigating it all with honesty, compassion, and just a little humor.

We’re back with a long-overdue catch-up, and honestly… a lot has happened. In this episode, we’re sharing life updates, caregiving updates, mental health check-ins, and all the little (and not-so-little) moments that have been shaping our world recently. From new routines with Mom, to emotional surprises, to the things that made us laugh, cry, or spiral just a little — we’re talking about it all.

Think of this one as a sister debrief: unfiltered, honest, a little chaotic, and full of those “same brain” moments that always remind us why we started this podcast. Whether you’re driving, cleaning, or just decompressing, come hang with us — it’s story time, therapy time, and catch-up time all in one.

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