In this episode, Erin sits down with intuitive business coach Dionna Chambers for a raw and heartfelt conversation about navigating grief, loneliness, and the pressure to “make the holidays magical” as a single mom.

Dionna shares how childhood trauma, financial stress, and major losses shape her holiday experience today, while offering grounded, honest insight into what “enough” truly looks like when you’re doing your best with what you have.

In this episode, we explore:

• How grief resurfaces during the holidays and quietly influences emotions
• The pressure single mothers feel to create joy while managing survival mode
• The longing for connection and partnership during an emotionally loaded season
• Practical ways to care for yourself and set realistic expectations
• Why love, presence, and meeting basic needs are enough

✨ If this episode resonates with you, follow The Holiday Survival Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and leave a rating or review — it helps more people find hope, healing, and a little peace this season. Visit www.holidaysurvivalpodcast.com to listen to past episodes and explore our interactive Holiday Survival Podcast Gift Guide, featuring meaningful, heart-centered finds from small businesses and creators we love.

Connect with Dionna on Instagram and Threads @dionnachambers. 

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Content Warning

00:48 Welcome to The Holiday Survival Podcast

02:01 Meet Our Guest: Dionna Chambers

06:27 Navigating Grief During the Holidays

09:01 Practical Tips for Single Moms

15:32 Final Thoughts and Connection

18:18 Closing Remarks and Listener Support

CREDITS

Hosted and Produced by Erin Billings

Post Production by Isaac Moreno

Music by Erin Billings

Artwork by Diana Pietzryk