Managing Holiday Blues

When the Holidays Don't Feel So Happy

FREE 60-Minute Virtual Mental Health & Guided Journaling Workshop

Thursday, November 19, 2026
7:00 PM CST | Online

Everybody isn't looking forward to the holidays.

For some people, this season brings up grief, loneliness, family estrangement, financial stress, and emotions they've been trying to hold together all year.

Maybe you're dreading the family gathering.

Maybe somebody you love won't be sitting at the table this year.

Maybe you're tired of pretending everything is okay just because it's the holiday season.

Whatever your situation, you deserve support.

Join Shawnti Boswell, MA, CMHC, for an honest conversation about managing the emotional challenges that often come with the holidays.

This isn't about forcing yourself to be happy.

It's about learning how to take care of yourself when the holidays don't feel so happy.

What You'll Learn

1. Managing Holiday Grief, Loneliness & Emotional Triggers

Understand why the holidays can bring difficult emotions to the surface and discover practical ways to manage them.

2. Setting Healthy Boundaries Without Guilt

Learn how to navigate family expectations, uncomfortable conversations, and holiday obligations without abandoning your emotional needs.

3. Creating Your Holiday Emotional Wellness Plan

Through guided journaling and practical exercises, you'll develop a personalized plan to support your mental and emotional well-being throughout the holiday season.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is for anyone who:

• Experiences sadness, grief, or loneliness during the holidays.

• Is navigating family estrangement or complicated family relationships.

• Struggles with holiday anxiety or emotional overwhelm.

• Feels pressured to attend gatherings or meet family expectations.

• Wants healthier boundaries and practical coping strategies.

• Is ready to prioritize their emotional well-being.

What You'll Receive

• A FREE 60-minute interactive workshop.

• Guided journaling prompts and reflection exercises.

• Practical holiday stress management strategies.

• Guidance for creating your Holiday Emotional Wellness Plan.

• Information about additional mental health support and coaching resources.

What to Bring

A journal or notebook, something to write with, and a willingness to have an honest conversation with yourself.

Meet Your Host

Shawnti Boswell, MA, CMHC

Master Certified Mental Health Coach
Mental Health Advocate | Keynote Speaker | Author

Founder of Boswell Coaching & Consulting

Shawnti helps individuals navigate emotional challenges, develop healthier boundaries, increase self-awareness, and make meaningful changes in their lives.

Her approach combines honest conversations, guided reflection, practical strategies, and accountability.

Reserve Your FREE Spot

Thursday, November 19, 2026
7:00 PM CST
Location: Virtual

Registration is FREE.

Your workshop access information will be emailed to you after registration.

Register today and give yourself permission to take care of your emotional well-being this holiday season.

Educational workshop only. Mental health coaching is not psychotherapy, diagnosis, or treatment and is not a substitute for licensed mental health care.