Although I have been talking about the holidays for months promoting All Is CALMish, I still can’t believe Thanksgiving is next week. If the holidays snuck up on you, take a breath—this year I literally am going to talk you through it. 

The audiobook for All Is CALMish was released this past week. So many of you said just hearing my voice has helped you to feel calmer. This is why I wrote the book in 31 short chapters to be read or listened to for five minutes a day—to give you a little peace and perspective, and to keep you calm through the whole season. I’ll send you one thought each week to help you find that perspective if things get stressful.

Connection Over Perfection

As we begin the holidays, I want you to remember my mantra for the season:  “connection over perfection.” 

Our relationships are the strongest predictor of our wellness over time. They are also what makes our holidays both meaningful and sometimes stressful. But when you prioritize connection, you will experience the benefits for years to come and so will those around you. 

I felt the beauty of connection overtime at my recent book events. In those rooms, I saw people I’ve been connected to for over 45 years, high school friends for 35 years, my adult friends whom I’ve known for 20 years, and friends down to the one-year mark. Truly, it is what made those events special, and I walked away with a very full heart.

The  beauty of connection was felt at Bedford Books as we sat in a circle, a group of 15 women, and shared our holiday experiences, what we love, and what we still struggle with. These in person experiences are so meaningful as we supported one another, listened, laughed, and learned from each other. 

If you’ve been following me, you‘ve heard me talk about the importance of awe and wonder. As we concluded the evening, one woman shared, “Being together tonight was my moment of awe.”

So as you head into Thanksgiving, remember this: We aren’t going to be present all the time. Calmish is goals sometimes, and even so—once in a while find that moment of connection that brings you back to what matters. 

(Keep scrolling to Snapshots for more photos of both my Bedford and NYC events.) 

Holidays with Happiness, Not Drama with Niro Feliciano

In this episode of the Alli Worthington Show, we get real about the emotional toll of the holidays. We talk about the invisible pressures we put on ourselves, the myth of perfection, and how to rewrite the script before December even starts. You’ll hear us laugh, share stories, and dig into the science behind stress—and how faith can be the anchor that steadies us.

Book Launch Event • Ridgefield Playhouse

We are almost there, so please get your tickets for December 3 and join me, TODAY’s Dylan Dreyer, and comedian Tim Washer for a joy-filled holiday kickoff! Musical guest will lift your spirits, I will be signing books, and we have CALMish gifts for those in your family who need it most—especially you! Can’t wait to see you there!

Gratitude Snapshots • Book Launch Events

Wishing you every good thing today!

In Case You Missed It

Why 3 Good Things?

Wellness isn’t one big thing—it’s three good things, or two good things, or five. It’s noticing the gifts of the life we have.

If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ve probably heard me talk about “3 Good Things.” It’s the question I often ask my kids and one of my favorite gratitude practices.

Research shows that identifying three good things each day can actually rewire your brain from negativity to optimism in just 30 days. Follow along for my 3GT each week! And send me yours! I want to hear from you.