Conversations With Maria Menounos

Burnout isn’t a holiday tradition, and joy shouldn’t be seasonal. In Part 2 of our conversation with Achieng Agutu—TV host, confidence queen, and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie—we’re getting real about how to protect your peace, especially during the chaos of the holidays. Achieng shares her journey from saying yes to everything to setting boundaries that honor her time, energy, and well-being. She opens up about creating holiday joy by focusing on what truly matters. Whether it’s managing tricky family dynamics or carving out “pockets of peace” in your day, Achieng’s insights will help you approach the season with more confidence and less stress. Make this month the one that you reclaim your time, energy, and joy!  HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS: "The holidays are what you make them." Joy doesn’t have to come from grand gestures. Small acts like decorating your space or volunteering can transform your holiday experience by focusing on what brings you genuine happiness. "No is a complete sentence." Saying no