Pacing, Planning & Self‑Care for People with Chronic Illness, Fatigue and Energy‑Limiting Conditions

If the thought of Christmas leaves you feeling more frazzled than festive, it’s not surprising given everything you’re already juggling. Add in the planning, the people, the pressure to make everything “perfect” and it’s easy to lose yourself in the festive rush.

This beautifully designed digital guide helps you move gently through the festive season, caring for your energy and creating a calmer, more meaningful celebration.

Written by a coach with lived experience of the energy-limiting illness ME/CFS, *A Gentle Guide to Christmas* offers realistic, compassionate strategies for pacing, planning and self-care so you can enjoy the season while reducing the risk of flare-ups, crashes or relapses. It’s like having 24/7 access to a coach during what can feel like the most hectic (and wonderful!) time of the year.

What You’ll Find Inside

Your cosy companion for the weeks ahead, this guide includes:

✨ Simple pacing prompts to help you manage your energy and expectations

✨ Gentle planning pages to stay organised without overwhelm

✨ Reflective journaling exercises to reconnect with what truly matters

✨ Self-care reminders to keep you grounded when things get busy

✨ Support for setting boundaries, navigating social events, and honouring your limits

✨ A thoughtful section on the New Year, with reassurance for those finding fresh starts uncertain

It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing what feels right for you.

This is for you if…

- You live with ME/CFS, Long Covid, chronic illness, chronic fatigue or burnout

- You crave more calm, connection and intention this Christmas

- You worry about the busyness of the season and how you’ll manage

- You want to enjoy the festive period without guilt or exhaustion

- You’re ready to set boundaries and give yourself permission to rest

- You love the idea of a slower, simpler festive season that still feels meaningful

A Note from Becky

I created this guide because I know how easy it is to get swept up in the noise and forget your own needs. This is your gentle nudge to pause, breathe and remember that you matter too. Let this book be a reminder that a slower, softer Christmas is possible and can be crafted around your needs.

Be proud you’re choosing to take care of yourself this Christmas