When the Holidays Hurt: Coping with Grief, Anxiety, and Hard Times

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This taboo topic is one that often gets swept under the rug in the spirit of not wanting to "bring other people down" or "be a buzz kill" during what is considered a festive time of year. Let's talk about grief, overwhelm, seasonal sadness, why it's ok and what to do for yourself and those you love.

In this episode, we dive into the often-hidden emotional struggles that come up during the holidays. While the world around us celebrates, many feel the sting of loss and the weight overwhelm, anxiety or hard times. Whether you’re navigating personal grief or feeling an inexplicable heaviness, this conversation offers insights and tools to find peace and honor your feelings in a season that can feel anything but Merry and Bright.

Listen in for a compassionate guide to navigating grief, anxiety and hard times while finding moments of light during the season of connection and reflection.

Takeaways:

• Honor Your Grief: the holiday season can intensify emotions in ourselves and those we care about. Normalize, listen, offer grace.
• Navigate Seasonal Sadness: Tools for managing the “holiday blues” and recognizing what triggers them.
• Find Healing Rituals: Simple practices to feel connected and grounded.
• Compassion in Action: practice self-compassion, honor emotions, and support others dealing with loss, anxiety and sadness.
• Practical tips: Creating a supportive inner circle, connecting to healthy resources, what to say during the holidays.
• Embrace Moments of Light: Tips to welcome joy, even in the shadows of grief.
• Get the FREE “Anchor for Peace” meditation designed to ease the heaviness of hard times.

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“Meditation for Anxiety in Times of Stress, Chaos or Grief”https://www.joyfulmedium.com/free-guided-meditation-anxiety

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