The holidays can be an incredibly tough time when you’re grieving—I know because I’ve been there. For me, the season that once brought joy can now feel like a constant reminder of who’s missing. Over the years, I’ve learned ways to navigate the overwhelming emotions and create space for both grief and peace.
In this collection of articles, I share heartfelt stories, mindful practices, and strategies that have helped me and others cope. My hope is that you’ll find comfort and connection here, knowing you’re not alone in facing the holidays while grieving.
December 11, 2024
Holiday grief journal prompts give your heart a safe place to land. They help you honor your loved one, explore >> Read this article
December 9, 2024
Grief rewrites our address book, as the saying goes, and the holidays can really underscore the difficulties in our relationships. >> Read this article
December 4, 2024
The holidays have a way of magnifying everything—joy, grief, connection, and loneliness. For those of us navigating estranged relationships, it’s >> Read this article
December 3, 2024
Grief during the holidays isn’t about letting go—it’s about learning to tend to your heartache and carry the love forward >> Read this article
December 2, 2024
Grieving during the holidays can feel like an uphill battle. The season often brings heightened emotions, constant reminders of your >> Read this article
November 29, 2024
Grief during the holidays can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, pulling you between heartache and moments of bittersweet memory. But >> Read this article
November 27, 2024
Even though Thanksgiving can be a tender and challenging time when you’re grieving, this meditation offers a way to transform >> Read this article
November 25, 2024
Every holiday season, I work with my clients to create strategies for reducing holiday anxiety and navigating this emotionally charged >> Read this article
November 22, 2024
Deciding not to attend holiday events while grieving isn’t about saying no to people you care about—it’s about saying yes >> Read this article
November 22, 2024
The holidays can feel like a minefield of emotions when you’re grieving. Thanksgiving, in particular, brings particular challenges—family traditions, expectations, >> Read this article
November 18, 2024
The holiday season can be hard when you’re grieving, and if you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re definitely not alone. I created >> Read this article
November 17, 2024
In this article, I’ve listed 15 ways to honor your deceased loved one and organized it into three sections—individual, family, >> Read this article
November 16, 2024
Thanksgiving is a holiday that centers on family gatherings, shared meals, and giving thanks. But for children who are grieving, >> Read this article
November 15, 2024
The holiday season, especially Thanksgiving, can be one of the hardest times of the year for those who are grieving. >> Read this article
November 11, 2024
The key to a calm, connected holiday season lies in clear, compassionate communication. Boundaries aren’t walls—they’re pathways to peace and >> Read this article
November 10, 2024
This is the time of year when many of us wonder how we are going to cope with holiday grief. >> Read this article
November 4, 2024
As many of us in the U.S. navigate the current climate of election season, anxiety can run high, adding to >> Read this article
October 29, 2024
Self-care for holiday grief doesn’t have to be complicated or take up a lot of energy or time. Even just >> Read this article
October 15, 2024
Grief changes the holiday landscape, but it doesn't have to dictate it. With compassionate planning, we can find a way >> Read this article
September 30, 2024
The first Thanksgiving without your loved one may feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. What once may have been a >> Read this article
September 26, 2024
For many of us, the fall season carries the heavy symbolism of death and endings. The leaves change and fall, >> Read this article
September 3, 2024
When you’ve lost a child or a loved one, even a secular holiday like Labor Day can carry an unexpected >> Read this article
December 25, 2023
I want to remind you of something incredibly important today: It's okay not to feel okay.Grief is a unique and >> Read this article
December 5, 2023
Christmas, in its essence, is a time of reflection and connection. As you navigate your first without a loved one, >> Read this article
December 1, 2023
Grief during the holidays serves up a perfect storm where joyous memories crash against reality and expectations, something that is >> Read this article
November 29, 2023
If you are grieving during the holidays, you may be wondering what you can do to make it through. Here >> Read this article
November 28, 2023
Even if Thanksgiving felt like a disaster, it holds valuable lessons for us. As we approach Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, >> Read this article
November 20, 2023
In the thick of grief during the holidays, let's cherish connection over perfection, embracing each moment as it comes with >> Read this article
December 21, 2022
MINDFULNESS & GRIEF PODCAST EPISODE 23 Coping With Grief During The Holidays Mindful Tips & Tools with Heather Stang SHOW >> Read this article
December 20, 2022
Grief And Family Christmas GatheringsEven the most loving families can experience friction when they are grieving, especially at Christmas. Family >> Read this article
November 7, 2018
MINDFULNESS & GRIEF PODCAST EPISODE 10Feeding Our GriefEating Disorders & Disordered Eating After LossWith Maria Mora, MS, RD, CEDRD, C-IAYTSHOW >> Read this article
December 20, 2014
My husband loves vintage decorative items. If you walked into our house, you might think you had been transported back >> Read this article
December 19, 2013
Grief & the holidays can be especially difficult. Mindful reflection can help you respond rather than react to triggers. The >> Read this article
