Jolly, Grounded and Still Me

A Christmas workbook

Christmas is often presented as the most wonderful time of the year. For many people, it is. There can be laughter, connection, traditions, and moments of rest.

At the same time, it can be one of the most challenging periods. Family dynamics, social expectations, grief, loneliness, and the pressure to meet others’ needs can make the season feel stressful and exhausting.

If Christmas feels complicated this year, you’re not alone.

About the workbook

Jolly, Grounded and Still Me is a gentle, reflective workbook created to support you through the Christmas season.

This guide is here to help you stay connected to yourself. It offers space to notice what matters, care for your wellbeing, and make choices that reflect your values, even in the midst of a busy and emotionally demanding time.

There is no right way to use this workbook. You can move through it slowly, pause to reflect, return to it when you need, or simply sit with the questions that feel most relevant.

What you’ll find inside

• Reflective prompts to help you check in with yourself

• Space to notice what feels nourishing and what feels draining

• Gentle practices to support emotional steadiness

• Invitations to move through Christmas in a way that feels more grounded and intentional

This is not about doing Christmas better. It’s about doing it in a way that feels more honest and sustainable for you.

This workbook is intended as general emotional support and reflection. It is not a substitute for counselling or mental health care.
If you find yourself needing additional support, reaching out to a qualified mental health professional is encouraged.