December: The Official Brain Shutdown Month.
- Chinenye Ekekezie
- Dec 19, 2025
- 1 min read

There’s something December does to the human brain that scientists still can’t explain.
In January — we’re motivated.
In May — we’re consistent.
In August — we’re pushing through.
But by December?
We’re all suddenly asking: “Where did I even stop?” 😭
It’s like December comes with its own software update that nobody requested.
Your productivity starts moving:📉 down
Your social energy starts moving:📈 up
And your motivation? It quietly packs its bags and travels without notice.
Suddenly you’re doing end-of-year reflections at 1 AM, opening and closing the same Google Doc without typing a single word, and pretending to “plan 2026” when you’re actually scrolling TikTok.
And it’s okay because December isn’t designed for 100% focus, it’s designed for strategic finishing.
Not pressure.
Not frenzy.
Just choosing the one or two things that actually matter before the year ends, and letting the rest go.
So as the year winds down, here’s a gentle reminder: You don’t need to conquer December, you just need to close it with intention.
Pick the tasks that matter, wrap up what you can, and give yourself permission to pace the rest.
As we step into a new year, clarity, not pressure, is what creates real momentum.
What’s one meaningful thing you’re choosing to complete before the year ends?
Team LEMP
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