The Funk'tional Nutrition Podcast Thriving Through the Holidays: A Masterclass in Boundaries & Self-Care | Ep 389
Dec 9, 2025
Join Nicole Antes, a functional health practitioner and masterclass leader, as she shares invaluable strategies to thrive during the holiday season. Discover how to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset with her balanced approach to holiday treats. Learn about essential travel snacks, stress-relieving herbal teas, and the importance of setting boundaries for self-care. Nicole emphasizes the power of movement and daily routines to maintain energy and calm. Get ready to embrace joy while nurturing your health this holiday!
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Eat What You Want, Add What You Need
- Do use the mindset: "Eat what you want, add what you need" to balance enjoyment with nourishment.
- Pair treats with protein and veggies so you satisfy cravings without derailing energy or digestion.
Body Signals Are Unspoken Boundaries
- Erin Holt notes that when you can't say no, the body eventually says no via fatigue, illness, or burnout.
- These physical signals are your body's way of enforcing boundaries you haven't set yourself.
Nicole's Travel Routine Includes Daily Movement
- Nicole Antes shares she always travels to Northern California for holidays and prioritizes 20–30 minutes of Pilates, yoga, or a daily walk.
- She finds movement and alone time essential to keep energy and mood steady while with family.