Anxious About Family Drama and Holiday Overwhelm? We Can Help

Season's Greetings from all of us at Light On Anxiety!

Give yourself the gift of freedom from anxiety—not by eliminating it, but by learning to open up to it and breaking the cycle. In this issue, we’re sharing tools to help you embrace acceptance, mindful living, and resilience during the season’s hustle and bustle.

As the year ends, we want to thank you for being part of our journey. Your well-being matters, and our team is here to support you. Wishing you a season filled with peace, self-care, and moments of joy.

Warmest Holiday Greetings and Happy New Year,

Dr. Debra Kissen

In This Issue:

Have Parental Anxiety? Watch This Free Webinar and Get Expert Advice Backed by the ADAA: Gain proven strategies to manage anxiety triggers, handle worry, and model resilience for your children.
Turn Those Gift Cards into Daily Stress Reducers You’ll Actually Use: Discover 8 practical, staff-approved consumer products to make your life calmer and more balanced.
Feeling FOMO This Holiday Season? Here’s How to Reclaim Your Peace: Learn how to set boundaries, limit social media, and find joy in your own moments.
Why “Forcing” Yourself to Relax Can Make You More Anxious—and What to Do Instead: Here are 7 tips to create the relaxation you crave. Understand why relaxation feels hard and how to create genuine calm.
Manage Holiday Stress with LOA On-Demand Scheduling: Prioritize your mental health with therapy sessions that fit even the busiest December schedules.

Have Parental Anxiety? Watch This Free Webinar and Get Expert Advice Backed by the ADAA

Parenting today can feel overwhelming, leaving many parents stuck in survival mode. This webinar from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) offers proven strategies from Overcoming Parental Anxiety to help you manage the pressures of parenting. Led by Dr. Debra Kissen and her expert team, the session provides tools to identify and reduce anxiety triggers, use CBT techniques to handle worry effectively, and model resilience for your children.

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Turn Those Gift Cards into Daily Stress Reducers You’ll Actually Use

Did you end up with a stack of gift cards or a little post-holiday cash? Forget splurging on stuff you won’t use—Dr. Debra Kissen and her team have put together a list of real, staff-approved stress reducers that are so practical, you’ll wonder how you lived without them. Whether you’re investing in yourself or finally putting those gift cards to use, these are the daily stress reducers you need to keep moving forward.

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Feeling FOMO This Holiday Season? Here’s How to Reclaim Your Peace

The holidays can spark joy, or anxiety and FOMO, especially when social media bombards you with flawless parties and picture-perfect gatherings. If you’ve ever felt like everyone else is celebrating while you’re just surviving, you’re not alone. This article dives into actionable steps to tackle holiday stress and social comparison, from setting boundaries with social media to embracing moments that truly matter to you.

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Why “Forcing” Yourself to Relax Can Make You More Anxious — 7 Tips to Create the Relaxation You Crave!

Have you ever tried to relax, only to feel even more anxious? You’re not imagining it—forcing yourself to unwind can actually trigger what’s called relaxation-induced anxiety. Dr. Debra Kissen explains why this happens and how to stop it in its tracks. Discover how to let go of rigid expectations, accept uncomfortable feelings without judgment, and create moments of calm without trying to force them.

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Manage Holiday Stress with LOA On-Demand Scheduling

Between gift shopping, family dinners, and endless to-do lists, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. That’s where LOA On-Demand Scheduling comes in. Whether it’s a last-minute therapy session to tackle rising stress or a quick check-in to keep anxiety at bay, you can book appointments that fit your packed schedule—even during the busiest weeks of December. Prioritize your mental health without missing a beat this holiday season.

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