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Calm for the Holidays: Navigating Grief & Loneliness During the Holidays


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The holiday season can make grief feel sharper and loneliness feel heavier — even when you’re surrounded by celebration. In this gentle, grounding episode, Dr. Katie Stahler explores what it means to hold space for loss, longing, and mixed emotions during a time that often expects joy.

We’ll talk about:

✨ Why grief intensifies during the holidays
✨ The nervous system’s response to loss and emotional overwhelm
✨ How to honor the people or chapters you’re missing
✨ Simple rituals of remembrance and quiet connection
✨ What to say (and not say) when supporting someone grieving
✨ Ways to care for yourself through emotional waves

This episode is a reminder that your grief is not a burden — it’s evidence of love.


You don’t have to force cheer or hide your sadness.
You’re allowed to feel however you feel this season.

Missing someone means they mattered.

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Divergently Psyched!By Dr Katie