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Unlocking Faith Episode 34 | The Silent Weight of the Holidays
Unlocking Faith Episode 34 | The Silent Weight of the Holidays
The holidays are “supposed” to be joyful—but what do you do when your heart feels heavy instead? 💔🎄
In Unlocking Faith Episode 34 | The Silent Weight of the Holidays, hosts Marquis Wadley and Pastor Dr. Emory Berry Jr. have a real, unfiltered conversation about grief during the holiday season. They open up about personal losses, the pressure of family gatherings, and what it means to show up emotionally—especially for men who are taught to “be strong” and stay silent.
Whether you’ve lost a loved one, feel disconnected from family, or just don’t feel as “merry” as everyone expects, this episode reminds you:
👉 You’re not broken for feeling this way.👉 It’s okay to set boundaries and take time for yourself.👉 You can always call on God in the middle of your pain.
💬 In this episode, we talk about:
- Why grief often hits harder during the holidays
- How family gatherings can trigger both joy and pain
- The importance of emotional health and maturity, especially for men
- Practical ways to honor your feelings without feeling guilty
- How faith, prayer, and journaling can help you process loss
- Why God is not intimidated by your sadness, anger, or questions
If you’re struggling this season, we pray this conversation gives you language for what you feel, permission to grieve, and hope that healing is possible. 🕊️
👇 Timestamps / Chapters00:00 – Introduction and Opening Prayer02:42 – Navigating Grief During the Holidays07:46 – Personal Experiences with Grief11:07 – Embracing Emotions and Healing15:11 – The Importance of Emotional Maturity19:33 – Closing Thoughts and Final Prayer23:03 – Unlocking Faith Outro
🧠 Keywords:grief, holidays, emotional health, faith, family gatherings, mental health, personal experiences, support, prayer, healing
🙌 If this blessed you:
- YouTube: Like 👍, comment, and subscribe to Unlocking Faith
- Spotify: Follow the show and rate the episode ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Share this with someone who might be silently struggling this holiday season.
🔓 Unlocking Faith – creating a safe space to ask hard questions about God, church, and life… without judgment. 💛
#UnlockingFaith #Grief #Holidays #MentalHealt #FaithPodcast #ChristianPodcast #EmotionalHealth #MenAndMentalHealth
🤝 Connect with Our Hosts
Marquis Wadley• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/mw2alpha/]
Dr. Emory Berry Jr.• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/emoryberry/]
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help others walk in purpose and prosperity.
🎧 Listen & Watch Here:👉 YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/@UnlockingFaith3]👉 Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocking-faith-honest-talks-for-seeking-hearts/id1792422125]👉 Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GAze6kXWyVXDiuLmmHFzn?si=d2WQOcEGT86ik3YZXcDnJA]
#UnlockingFaithPodcast #FaithAndFinance #ChristianInvesting #FinancialFreedom #TithingWorks #Stewardship #SpiritualGrowth
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🎤 ABOUT UNLOCKING FAITHUnlocking Faith is the honest faith podcast for the curious, the questioning, and the committed. Hosted by Marquis Wadley and Pastor Emory Berry Jr., every episode unpacks spiritual truth, tackles tough questions, and brings real conversations to the table—without judgment, shame, or pressure.
No sermons. Just real talk.
#UnlockingFaith #FaithPodcast #HealingThroughFaith #MentalHealthAndFaith #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianTalk #FaithUnfiltered #PodcastForBelievers #FaithAndHealing
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By Dr. Emory Berry, Marquis WadleyUnlocking Faith Episode 34 | The Silent Weight of the Holidays
The holidays are “supposed” to be joyful—but what do you do when your heart feels heavy instead? 💔🎄
In Unlocking Faith Episode 34 | The Silent Weight of the Holidays, hosts Marquis Wadley and Pastor Dr. Emory Berry Jr. have a real, unfiltered conversation about grief during the holiday season. They open up about personal losses, the pressure of family gatherings, and what it means to show up emotionally—especially for men who are taught to “be strong” and stay silent.
Whether you’ve lost a loved one, feel disconnected from family, or just don’t feel as “merry” as everyone expects, this episode reminds you:
👉 You’re not broken for feeling this way.👉 It’s okay to set boundaries and take time for yourself.👉 You can always call on God in the middle of your pain.
💬 In this episode, we talk about:
- Why grief often hits harder during the holidays
- How family gatherings can trigger both joy and pain
- The importance of emotional health and maturity, especially for men
- Practical ways to honor your feelings without feeling guilty
- How faith, prayer, and journaling can help you process loss
- Why God is not intimidated by your sadness, anger, or questions
If you’re struggling this season, we pray this conversation gives you language for what you feel, permission to grieve, and hope that healing is possible. 🕊️
👇 Timestamps / Chapters00:00 – Introduction and Opening Prayer02:42 – Navigating Grief During the Holidays07:46 – Personal Experiences with Grief11:07 – Embracing Emotions and Healing15:11 – The Importance of Emotional Maturity19:33 – Closing Thoughts and Final Prayer23:03 – Unlocking Faith Outro
🧠 Keywords:grief, holidays, emotional health, faith, family gatherings, mental health, personal experiences, support, prayer, healing
🙌 If this blessed you:
- YouTube: Like 👍, comment, and subscribe to Unlocking Faith
- Spotify: Follow the show and rate the episode ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Share this with someone who might be silently struggling this holiday season.
🔓 Unlocking Faith – creating a safe space to ask hard questions about God, church, and life… without judgment. 💛
#UnlockingFaith #Grief #Holidays #MentalHealt #FaithPodcast #ChristianPodcast #EmotionalHealth #MenAndMentalHealth
🤝 Connect with Our Hosts
Marquis Wadley• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/mw2alpha/]
Dr. Emory Berry Jr.• Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/emoryberry/]
📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help others walk in purpose and prosperity.
🎧 Listen & Watch Here:👉 YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/@UnlockingFaith3]👉 Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocking-faith-honest-talks-for-seeking-hearts/id1792422125]👉 Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GAze6kXWyVXDiuLmmHFzn?si=d2WQOcEGT86ik3YZXcDnJA]
#UnlockingFaithPodcast #FaithAndFinance #ChristianInvesting #FinancialFreedom #TithingWorks #Stewardship #SpiritualGrowth
📢 Join the Conversation:Have a question or topic you want covered? Submit anonymously or directly by following the link [https://tinyurl.com/UFgoogleform]
📲 Follow Unlocking Faith on Social MediaInstagram: https://instagram.com/unlockingfaithpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unlocking.faith?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573659879915YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@UnlockingFaith3/shorts
🎤 ABOUT UNLOCKING FAITHUnlocking Faith is the honest faith podcast for the curious, the questioning, and the committed. Hosted by Marquis Wadley and Pastor Emory Berry Jr., every episode unpacks spiritual truth, tackles tough questions, and brings real conversations to the table—without judgment, shame, or pressure.
No sermons. Just real talk.
#UnlockingFaith #FaithPodcast #HealingThroughFaith #MentalHealthAndFaith #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianTalk #FaithUnfiltered #PodcastForBelievers #FaithAndHealing