Christmas Coach

04/04/2026

Your Christmas Plan Begins Today

Your Christmas plan does not start when you decorate your tree.

It starts in moments like this, when you pause and think about what you want the season to feel like.

You do not need to figure everything out today.

Just start by thinking about what matters most to you.

That is enough to begin.

04/04/2026

Christmas Planning Starts Now

It might feel early to be thinking about Christmas.

But if you have ever found yourself in December wishing you had started sooner, you are not alone.

The truth is, a less stressful Christmas does not start in December. It starts in small, simple ways right now.

Not with a long to do list. Just with a thought, an idea, or writing something down.

If you want this year to feel different, this is where it begins.

03/29/2026

Something exciting is happening tonight… and I would love for you to join me.

If you have ever wished Christmas felt a little more organized and a little less overwhelming, this is exactly where you want to start.

Tonight, we are going to sit down together and talk about:
✨ What the “Ready” phase really means
✨ How to actually start planning without feeling overwhelmed
✨ What’s coming next inside Ready, Set, Celebrate

This is not a formal class.
It is a real conversation about what works, what doesn’t, and how to make Christmas feel better this year.

You can come listen, ask questions, or just see what this is all about.

🕘 Tonight at 9:00 PM Central Time

I would love to have you there 🤍

03/27/2026

Today is 39 weeks until Christmas Day! If Christmas ever feels like it sneaks up on you every year… you’re not alone.

You start with the best intentions.
You want it to feel calm, meaningful, and enjoyable.

And then somehow… December gets busy, things pile up, and it all starts to feel a little rushed.

That’s exactly why I created Christmas Planning 365.

It’s a free daily email where I send you one simple Christmas tip or idea each day to help you start early and stay on track.

Nothing overwhelming.
Just small, doable steps that actually make a difference.

So instead of trying to catch up in December…
you can head into the season feeling more prepared and able to enjoy it.

✨ If that sounds like something you need, sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/ChristmasPlanning365Emails

Let’s make this Christmas feel different ❤️

Discover simple steps to plan a less stressful Christmas with the Christmas Coach. Find planning tips, printable tools, and inspiration to stay organized and create more memories and joy this holiday season.

03/05/2026

The Heart of Christmas

Before we close out our Foundations week of Christmas planning, we need to talk about the most important foundation of all.

The heart of Christmas.

For those of us who celebrate Christmas as the birth of Christ, this is not just another holiday tradition. It is the reason for the season.

Several years ago I made a simple shift that completely changed how I experience Christmas.

I stopped thinking of Christmas as just December 25.

Instead, I started embracing it as a season of celebration.

The season begins with Advent, a time of preparation where we slow down and intentionally bring Christ into our homes through prayer, scripture, kindness, and reflection.

Then Christmas Day arrives and the celebration actually begins. The Twelve Days of Christmas carry us all the way to Epiphany on January 6, reminding us that Christmas is not meant to be rushed through in one day.

When we celebrate the full season, something beautiful happens.

The pressure decreases.

The meaning increases.

And our hearts stay focused on Who we are celebrating.

If you would like to read more about how Advent, Christmas Day, and the Twelve Days of Christmas can create a more meaningful and less stressful season, I shared more in today's post.

🎄 Read the full article here:
https://christmascoach.com/christmas-planning/blog/the-heart-of-christmas-creating-a-christ-centered

And if you enjoy talking about Christmas planning with others who love the season as much as you do, come join us inside the Candy Cane Club, where we go deeper into planning traditions, faith, and making Christmas meaningful. www.patreon.com/christmascoach

Christmas ❤️
Krisann

03/05/2026

Before you fill your December calendar…

Pause.

Christmas Celebrations are not meant to exhaust you.
They are meant to connect you.

But most people plan Christmas in reverse.

They say yes first.
They fill the calendar.
And only later realize they are overwhelmed.

What if you did it differently this year?

What if before adding one event, you asked:

• What actually felt meaningful last year?
• What felt rushed or heavy?
• What kind of Christmas do I want this year?

That simple shift changes everything.

In this week’s blog post, I walk through how to use Journaling, Organizing, and Yearly Planning to design your Christmas Celebrations intentionally, before December decides for you.

If you want a less stressful, more meaningful season, this is where it begins.

Read the full post here:

👉https://christmascoach.com/christmas-planning/blog/plan-christmas-celebrations-with-purpose-for-a-les

Christmas ❤️
Krisann

03/04/2026

You probably have your Christmas events on your calendar.

But do you have your Christmas planning time on there?

There is a big difference.

Most people write down the school program, the church service, the parties and the travel dates.

Very few people schedule the preparation.

What if once a month you blocked off one hour just for Christmas planning?

What if you scheduled your Christmas card sessions before November even arrives?

What if gift wrapping was already on your calendar before December gets busy?

That is where a less stressful Christmas begins.

Not in December.

On your calendar.

I just shared a new blog post about how to use your calendar as one of the foundations of Christmas planning, including a simple trick for Google Calendar users that I love.

Go read it here:

👉 https://christmascoach.com/christmas-planning/blog/create-a-christmas-planning-calendar-for-a-less-st

Christmas ❤️
Krisann

03/03/2026

What if saving for Christmas was as simple as setting aside a five dollar bill?

No spreadsheet.
No complicated budget.
No overwhelm.

Just one small habit that quietly adds up over time.

The calm of Christmas spending does not start in November. It starts months earlier with simple, consistent steps.

I’m sharing the story behind the Five Dollar Bill Method and how it can change the way you feel about Christmas spending this year.

Go read the full post here:
👉https://christmascoach.com/christmas-planning/blog/the-five-dollar-bill-method

Christmas ❤️
Krisann
Christmas Coach

03/02/2026

Before you plan gifts, decorate, or fill your December calendar… you need a foundation.

A less stressful Christmas does not happen because we try harder in December.

It happens because we prepare differently long before December arrives.

In my newest blog post, I walk through the five foundational pieces that shape an organized, meaningful Christmas:

✔ Christmas Notebook
✔ Calendar
✔ Budget
✔ Christ Centered Focus
✔ Holiday Celebrations

If you have ever felt overwhelmed during the holidays, this is where to begin.

Read the full article here:
https://christmascoach.com/christmas-planning/blog/why-building-a-strong-foundation-is-the-key-to-a-l

Christmas ❤️
Krisann

01/10/2026

Did Christmas 2025 feel stressful, unorganized, or rushed?

You’re not alone.

Most people head into every December with good intentions, only to feel overwhelmed by packed calendars, last-minute decisions, and the sense that Christmas didn’t turn out the way they hoped.

Here’s the problem most of us face:
We jump straight into planning for the next Christmas without ever stopping to reflect on the last one.

That’s why I created The Christmas Reset.

The Christmas Reset is a 12-day guided experience designed to help you look back at Christmas 2025 before planning for Christmas 2026. Using the Christmas Reflections & Resolutions workbook, you’ll uncover what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to do differently so next Christmas can feel calmer and more intentional.

You don’t need to start over.
You need a reset.

Want to know how it works and if it’s right for you?
Visit ChristmasCoach.com for more information!

Stop repeating the same Christmas stress.
Let’s plan a Christmas that actually works for you.

Christmas ❤️ Krisann

12/18/2025

One Week to Christmas Day

If Christmas feels closer than you expected, take a breath.
You are not behind — you just need a clear next step.

When the season sneaks up on us, it helps to stop trying to fix everything and instead focus on small, doable wins. That is exactly why I wrote When Christmas Sneaks Up On You — to help you find calm, clarity, and direction when time feels short.

Simple ideas like
choosing your top three tasks for the day
clearing your mind with a quick Brain Dump
simplifying celebrations
and letting go of perfection

can completely change how this last week feels.

The PDF is available at ChristmasCoach.com, and some Candy Cane Club members receive it free as part of their membership.

And if you need encouragement or help talking through your Christmas prep, I am hosting Christmas Coach Chats every day through December 23 at 10 AM and 10 PM CST. These are open, supportive conversations where you can ask questions, share struggles, and get practical ideas. - RSVP for Christmas Chats with the Christmas Coach here: https://luma.com/christmascoach

You do not have to carry Christmas alone.
Support is here.