Pleasure in the Pause: Midlife Conversations About Menopause, Sex & Pleasure
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Pleasure in the Pause: Midlife Conversations About Menopause, Sex & Pleasure
38 | Holiday Self-Care for the Grieving Heart (Practical tips for Healing) with Kelley Workman
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Have you ever noticed how the holiday season seems to amplify everything? Joy feels brighter, but so do feelings of grief and loss. As we approach the week before Christmas and Hanukkah, this time of year stirs up bittersweet memories and a longing for a loved one or what used to be. What if I told you it's possible to hold space for both? To honor what's tender while still inviting light and love into this special time of year.
This week, episode 38 of Pleasure in the Pause is about navigating grief during the holidays!
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As a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Kelley Workman is your partner in this holistic approach to improving each area in your life that contributes to overall health and happiness. She’s empowered to help you change your life and teach you how to nourish yourself in many ways.
Highlights from our discussion include:
- Embracing the full range of emotions during grief, giving yourself permission to feel and express them.
- Creating new traditions or finding ways to honor your loved one during the holidays.
- Reaching out for support through grief groups, friends/family, or a grief facilitator.
- Focusing on self-care through mindful movement, nature, and nourishment.
- Cultivating gratitude and resilience by remembering positive memories.
As you navigate the holiday season while grieving, be gentle with yourself. Remember that there is no right or wrong way to grieve. Trust that with time and compassion, you can find moments of light and peace, even amidst the sorrow. Your resilience is a testament to the love you carry for your loved one.
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