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Grief During the Holidays (Ep. 9)
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Today, Kenzie and Carli offer gentle, grounding support for a listener navigating the holidays while grieving the loss of a parent. They explore how to hold space for conflicting emotions—joy, sadness, numbness, and longing—all at once, and discuss ways to adapt or release traditions that no longer feel right.
The conversation also centers on communicating your needs to friends and family, setting boundaries with compassion, and allowing yourself to move through the season at your own pace. This episode is a reminder that there’s no “right” way to grieve, especially during the holidays, and that softness and self-trust matter.
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