Stop playing “Self on the Shelf”

The holiday season is fast approaching. The brisk weather, festive wreaths, and towering Christmas trees should top off the happiest season of all. But for many women - especially mothers - this festive period can bring on a whole new set of expectations that make the season less about enjoying fun and family, and more about pressure to create ‘the perfect Christmas’ for everyone else.

I call this silly game ‘Self on the Shelf,’ and too many of us are guilty of playing it.

So today, I want to challenge you to take yourself off the shelf, get into the holiday action, and find out what it truly feels like to fully-participate in the holiday traditions and experiences.


Here Are The Highlights:
- How to still be the maker of ‘the magic’ while fully-participating in the fun and family experiences (3:30)


- How to give with generosity and receive graciously (6:30)


- A ‘magical’ mindset shift for effective holiday planning (8:20)


You are not the Elf on the Shelf. You are a person. A real human being who also needs the opportunity to experience the magic of the holidays - not just create it for others.
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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi