How to Celebrate Loved Ones During the Holidays.

Learning how to grieve for yourself first. Holidays included.

Grieving and Honoring Your Loved Ones During the Holiday Season

Welcome to today's message,

Grieving can be intense and heavy in one moment,

then light and less intense in the next.

"I'm grieving in my way, please respect that."

Loss lands differently with everyone.

Whether it's a dear loved one or someone you don't know as well.

Even life's circumstances, changes and shifts can feel like grief.

Understanding grief during this season

Traditions might not 'feel' the same and navigating this time can be difficult.

it's part of the healing process.

Three Ways You Can Honor a Loved One while grieving

1. Create a tangible reminder.

It's been almost twenty-three years. I started wearing my mother's Christmas brooch. I've shared a few of my fondest memories. I'll make her green beans with crispy onions and light a candle for her.

One client bought a small tree and added an ornament with her mother's picture.

Another, a red truck ornament on the tree for his dad. He'll buy one for his son to pass along a tradition.

These physical tokens become bridges —something to share, see, feel, and hold close.

2. Rituals and tradition.

Setting a place at the table, raising a glass in their honor, or making their favorite recipe, these acts of remembrance matter.

One client places his father's favorite beer on the table during holiday meals.

Others visit a favorite place, take a walk, or play a favorite song.

There's no right or perfect way

3. Give yourself permission to grieve your way.

"It's too soon, it's so hard, my heart hurts too much," one client told me.

"My partner passed away in October, and I can't bear the thought of putting up a tree or anything else. I may light a candle in her honor."

Perhaps write a letter to your loved one. I do all that time.

Feel free to borrow this phrase, "I'm grieving in my way, please respect that."

As a gentle reminder.

Go easy on yourself and those who are struggling.

Kindness invites more kindness.

From my home to yours,

Christie, Jonathan, Jacob, Jackson, and Rosie.

Want help navigating your specific situation? Booking a reading or session can help guide you through grief or life's challenges. Reach out here.

P.S.S. I spoke about this on Instagram page in a video.

I had a surprise guest. It was quite profound and affirming.

You can watch it here when you have a spare moment.

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