The Daily Dad Surviving the Craziest Time of Year | Ryan and Sam Holiday
Nov 22, 2025
Ryan and Sam dive into the holiday hustle, revealing the stress of managing a small business during the busiest time of year. They chat about hilarious holiday decorations and their plans for family visits. The duo critiques gift-giving traditions, contrasting meaningful presents with obligatory ones. They also touch on the origins of holiday stress and share tips on minimizing event commitments. Plus, insights into their bookstore's mission highlight the joy of reading over profit. It's a lively exploration of navigating the crazy season!
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Giant Skeleton Thanksgiving Tale
- Ryan and Samantha describe decorating a giant skeleton and laughing about its awkward Thanksgiving outfit.
- The story illustrates how holiday traditions can be silly, improvised, and shared family humor.
Holidays Are Peak Business Season
- Ryan points out the holidays are the busiest, not the quietest, season for their businesses.
- He notes December drives roughly 25% of Daily Stoic's annual volume and the bookstore is even crazier because customers come in person.
Move Up Your Generosity
- Move up generosity alongside early shopping instead of waiting for Black Friday.
- Ryan and Samantha launched a Feeding America campaign to encourage early donations during the season.
