Season six of Consider Yourself Hugged wraps up with a heartfelt, practical holiday finale from host Tami West, PhD. In this solo episode, Tami offers 10 of her most powerful Holiday Peace tips for women who are overwhelmed by expectations, comparison, and the Superwoman myth.

We’re launching The Holiday Peace Project! In CYH 215, we get real about stress (ER scares, big-family pressure) and share a simple plan to protect your peace: decide what the season means to you, choose your feelings on purpose, and add tiny anchors—reflection questions, low-pressure games, and small rituals. Plus, a trivia giveaway (win a mug!), a downloadable Holiday Meaning Map, and what’s coming next: comparison/perfectionism and grief in the holidays.

We’re launching The Holiday Peace Project! In CYH 215, we get real about stress (ER scares, big-family pressure) and share a simple plan to protect your peace: decide what the season means to you, choose your feelings on purpose, and add tiny anchors—reflection questions, low-pressure games, and small rituals. Plus, a trivia giveaway (win a mug!), a downloadable Holiday Meaning Map, and what’s coming next: comparison/perfectionism and grief in the holidays.

Can’t turn off “anxious math” at 2 a.m.? Tami shares the cassette-tape trick that changed her nights, the science of sleep cycles and body clocks, and a compassionate 4-step plan: journal, build sleep drive by day, create a soothing routine, and optimize your bedroom. Plus CBT-I tools that beat pills long-term, the ½-hour rule, and the Bluetooth headband that feels safe and cozy. Consistency over perfection—learn to sleep again.

In this uplifting episode, Tami and Michelle sit down with Joy Huber to talk about the freedom and empowerment that come with solo travel. Joy shares stories, tips, and reflections from her adventures, reminding us that exploring the world can help us rediscover ourselves. Whether you’re planning your first trip or dreaming of one, this episode will inspire you to travel with confidence and joy.

In this heartfelt episode, Tami shares powerful stories about how we treat each other across generations—from an airport moment that sparked reflection to lessons from her mother’s final years. Explore how awareness, respect, and compassion shape caregiving, multigenerational living, and everyday interactions. Discover simple habits to slow down, honor others, and love better at every age.

Discover how scent, support, sleep rituals, faith, and reframed fear can boost your wellbeing in this week-in-review post. Learn about the neuroscience of aromatherapy to elevate mood and reduce stress; explore the simple Notice→Ask→Listen Mental Health First Aid framework to support loved ones; adopt three restorative bedtime rituals for deeper sleep; find encouragement through faith-centered compassion; use a seven-step Fear-Fire Formula to turn anxiety into action. Mental

911 dispatcher Brittney opens up about mental health, trauma, and compassion fatigue in this powerful Consider Yourself Hugged episode.

Discover AI tools to simplify life, save time, and reduce mental load—organize schedules, plan meals, shop smarter, and more!

Is AI spying on you? Can it replace empathy? Tami & Michelle break down AI ethics, hallucinations & deepfakes with smart curiosity.

Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT, How We Feel, & Perplexity AI can support emotional well-being, journaling, & processing tough emotions.

Discover how AI can enhance mental well-being! Fun, facts, and AI jokes—no, it won’t replace your therapist (yet). Tune in now! 🎙️🤖

Sylvia Plath’s The Bell Jar explores mental health, identity & depression. Join us as we unpack its themes & lessons. #TheBellJar

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Feeling exhausted & unmotivated? Learn how to recognize, prevent, & recover from burnout in this powerful episode! 🔥💡 #Burnout #SelfCare