The Story Hour

*10* Commemorating 6 Months of TSH & 2025 Year-End Reflections

Episode 10

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In this solo episode, Sara reflects on the holiday season and the emotional impact it can have, acknowledging that this time of year is not joyful for everyone. She speaks openly about her own experience of being single and the longing for partnership, family, and children, and explores a lesser-talked-about form of grief: grieving the future, milestones, and hopes that have not yet come to pass, and how this kind of grief can feel especially present during the holidays.

Sara also commemorates six months of podcasting by sharing six insights from starting something new, offering honest reflections on growth, uncertainty, and what it means to keep showing up even when the path isn’t clear. She concludes the episode with journal prompts to support listeners as they transition from 2025 into 2026 with greater awareness, intention, and self-reflection.

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