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Overwhelm and Extreme Consumerism: Finding Peace and Staying True to Your Values During the Holidays
Stephanie Purdom Stephanie Purdom

Overwhelm and Extreme Consumerism: Finding Peace and Staying True to Your Values During the Holidays

The holidays are a time for joy, connection, and generosity—but for many women, they’re also a season filled with anxiety about shopping. Between the pressure to find the “perfect” gift, the endless sales emails flooding your inbox, and the societal push toward extreme consumerism, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Add in the complexities of receiving gifts—where expectations, gratitude, and sometimes guilt collide—and you might find yourself dreading what’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year.

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