23 Dec 443: The 2-Word Mindset Shift To Save Your Holidays & Boost Your Joy A solocast with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews
In this short and heartfelt episode… Mitch Matthews is keeping it simple but powerful. It’s a mini-episode, just 15 minutes… but it’s packed with a mindset shift that could transform your holidays (and maybe even your new year!).
As we dive into this season that’s often full, fast, and a little frantic… we wanted to offer you a concept that’s helping Mitch to stay grounded, present, and joy-filled.
It’s a two-word mantra that’s serving as his personal battle cry: “Christmas Curious.”
Whether you’re someone who loves spreadsheets and schedules… or you’re someone who just wants to soak up the season in a more meaningful way… this episode is for you.
We talk about the tendencies that sneak up on us… especially high achievers… this time of year… and how just a shift in perspective can help us experience more peace, spontaneity, and connection. Let’s do it.
What We Talk About:
In this episode, I explore:
- What it means to be “Christmas Curious” – and why this simple mindset is powerful (and freeing)
- The 3 sneaky “photo negatives” of curiosity that can rob your joy:
- Christmas Control – When the checklist takes over and spontaneity goes out the window
- Christmas Rigid – When you get frustrated if the plan doesn’t go exactly how you envisioned it
- Christmas Performance – When you’re trying to be everywhere, with everyone, doing everything… and maybe even post it all on social
- How being curious instead of controlling can lead to deeper connections, unexpected fun… and even epic snowball fights
- Why curiosity is a secret weapon for navigating stress, surprises, and shifted plans – especially during the holidays
We’ll even throw in a little Albert Einstein wisdom for good measure!
Why This Episode Matters:
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, another holiday, or just want to make the most of this season… we can all benefit from staying open, curious, and present.
“Christmas Curious” isn’t just a catchy phrase. It’s a powerful mindset that invites you to:
- Let go of perfection
- Embrace the moment
- Laugh when things go sideways
- And find joy in the surprises
You’ll walk away with practical ways to stay grounded and gracious… even when your inner high-achiever wants to take over the holidays.
Join the “Christmas Curious” Movement:
What if this year, we all committed to staying a little more curious?
Curious about what the season might bring. Curious about the people around us. Curious about how things could unfold… even if they don’t go to plan.
So I want to invite you to join me in this mantra: Stay “Christmas Curious.”
Say it with me. Shout it if you have to. Write it on a sticky note. And if the stress starts to sneak in, raise your metaphorical fist and reclaim your joy.
Let’s do this… together.
Want to Share This?
If this episode resonated with you, send it to a friend and say, “Hey… let’s stay Christmas Curious together this year.” Let’s be accountability buddies and check in on each other. Let’s help each other stay open, loose, and present.
Tag a friend. Share the episode. And let’s start a movement.
Connect With Mitch:
- Instagram: @mitch.matthews
- DreamThinkDo.com for more episodes and tools
- Or just shoot me a message and let me know what “Christmas Curious” means to you this year!
Final CTA:
We’re taking a short break to enjoy the holidays, but we’ll be back the third week of January for RESET WEEK – our annual tradition to help you shake off the stress, set real goals (not fluffy resolutions), and move into the new year with clarity and courage.
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