5 Ways to purposefully prioritise yourself this Christmas

This time of the year is joyful. A period of celebration, reflection, and gratitude. All the things I hold very dear throughout the rest of the year too I might add! But I also know how quickly it can become overwhelming at this time, especially when juggling everyone else's expectations while your own needs, preferences, and financial wellbeing quietly take a backseat.

To help you get back to the stuff that matters, I’m sharing 5 practical things you can do to prioritise both yourself and your money mindset this Christmas, without guilt or fear.

1. Discover Your Money Archetype

I’m kicking off with something that takes less than 10 minutes and will crack the code on your festive finances. Take my free Money Archetypes Quiz and uncover your unique money personality.

Your results will help you understand why you think, feel, and act with money in the way you do. And this can help you make decisions that align with your values rather than unconscious patterns. Corrr...more juicy insight than a seasonal satsuma! The self-awareness this brings could be the best gift you give yourself this festive season.

2. Batteries not included

The Christmas spirit is built on giving and good will to all. But this doesn’t have to come entirely at your expense. To make sure you’re not in a heap come NYE, you’ve got to protect your own resources. That means setting boundaries.

This could be something small, such as being honest with family about hosting limitations for the big day, not saying ‘yes’ to every festive occasion, or choosing a price limit for gifts that actually works for you. Why not give it a try and give yourself permission to say no to something that drains you or doesn’t serve you.

Please remember, boundaries aren't selfish; they're essential, and there to protect you so that your festive break doesn’t break you!

3. Ask yourself what it’s for…really?

There's a difference between stress-spending to keep up appearances and intentionally investing in experiences or items that genuinely light you up. Give yourself permission to step into something that brings real joy, but do it consciously.

Whether you’re spending your money or spending your time, a little curiosity and mindfulness go a long way. When you make intentional choices, you're less likely to overspend on things that don't actually matter to you, and more likely to create impact and value for yourself and others. What would this look like for you?

4. Santa Pause is coming to town

Dark nights. Short days. Cosy socks! And you might even have a few days off over the festive season. All helpful ingredients to slow down and reflect on the year just gone. I am a HUGE advocate for giving yourself dedicated space to sift and sort through what feels good, and what doesn’t.

But at this time of year, the world then tells us to turn this into a ‘resolution’. To set lofty goals. And to swiftly turn our attention to all the ways we could be better. I’m telling you that you don’t have to thwack yourself with the candy cane right now. Not when energy is low, you’re knackered, and you've just eaten 2kg of Quality Street. Just stay in the pause, and notice. Rest and gather data you can use when the time is right.

 5. Gift yourself something meaningful

We can always feel the pull towards another scented candle, more baubles, or giraffe pjs (just me?!). But I’m talking here about investing in something that genuinely serves your future self.

Maybe it's blocking out time in January to actually rest. Maybe it's booking a spot at The Campfire in March where you'll pause, reflect, and plan with other big-hearted people. Maybe you're ready to transform your relationship with money once and for all.

The best gifts aren't always wrapped in paper - sometimes they're commitments we make to ourselves when we know deep down that change is needed. What gift would your future self say thank you for?

I hope these tips have helped with how to have a peaceful Christmas - one where don't lose yourself to the chaos. Have a fantastic festive period, you're absolutely worthy of it.

With warmth

Holly x