October 31, 2025
Events | Wellness
This time of year can be magical for some and for others, not so much. If you’re someone who dreads the shorter days, hectic schedules, or the emotional weight of the holidays, there’s no shame in that. This blog is for you.
The holidays often bring up a mix of emotions—anxiety, grief, seasonal depression (SAD), or simply a lack of enthusiasm. And with the time change coming up, we’re about to lose some of our daylight (Nashville, we feel this one hard). No matter how many times it happens, the first 4:30 p.m. sunset always feels like a shock to the system.
If this all sounds familiar, know that you’re not alone, and that there are ways to feel grounded and even find some joy again this time of year.
At The Happy Hour, we love creating spaces and experiences that make the season feel a little lighter and more connected. This December, we’re teaming up with some of our favorite Nashville wellness partners to help you slow down and reconnect with yourself.
Grounding & Gratitude at 1 Hotel
December 4th
We’re partnering with 1 Hotel Nashville for an exclusive evening of Grounding and Gratitude. This special event is designed to help you pause, recharge, and find presence in the middle of the holiday rush.
You’ll be guided through a meditation featuring a mini sound bath and a group reflection focused on the connection between gratitude and presence. Your ticket includes:
- The full workshop experience
- A complimentary mocktail from Harriet’s, 1 Hotel’s stunning rooftop bar
- Complimentary valet parking
- 25% off a meal at 1 Kitchen or Harriet’s (the perfect way to keep the evening flowing)
It’s the perfect reset to bring you back into a positive and grounded mindset this season.
Sound + Acupuncture at The Happy Hour
December 9th
We’re also bringing back one of our most-loved experiences: Sound + Acupuncture, in collaboration with Shen Medicine Acupuncture. (It sold out in record time last year!)
During this session, you’ll settle into a comfortable position while Clara Belden guides you through a deeply relaxing sound bath. As the sound helps quiet your mind and calm your nervous system, Paige from Shen Medicine will gently offer acupuncture treatments to each participant.
This unique combination helps release blockages, relieve stress, and open the heart. You’ll leave feeling aligned, relaxed, and fully at peace.
Whether you join us for a special event or simply take a few moments each day to slow down and check in with yourself, remember—you’re not alone in feeling the ups and downs of this season. There’s space for both joy and rest, gratitude and grief, connection and quiet.