The start of a new year can be especially challenging when you're grieving—I know because I’ve been there. A time once filled with hope and fresh beginnings can now feel like a stark reminder of what’s missing. Over the years, I’ve discovered ways to navigate these overwhelming emotions and create space for both grief and healing.
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 as you face the new year while grieving.
December 16, 2025
As the New Year’s Eve countdown approaches, many grieving people feel their hearts sink. While others celebrate a fresh start, >> Read this article
December 16, 2025
Grief in the New Year is never easy. I have been writing about New Year’s grief for more than a >> Read this article
December 16, 2025
When you’re grieving, the New Year is not about pushing yourself harder; it’s about survival, self-compassion, and creating space for >> Read this article
December 16, 2025
“I needed to be alone so he could come back.This was the beginning of my year of magical thinking.”Joan Didion, >> Read this article
November 15, 2025
Grief during the holidays can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, pulling you between heartache and moments of bittersweet memory. But >> Read this article
November 10, 2025
Grief during the holidays can feel like a bright spotlight on what’s missing. When someone you love has died, the >> Read this article
November 3, 2025
Deciding not to attend holiday events while grieving isn’t about saying no to people you care about. It’s about saying >> Read this article
December 23, 2024
The holidays can amplify the ache of grief, but through compassion meditations, you can create a space for healing, self-kindness, >> 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 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
January 1, 2020
Ask questions and share your comments – just click on the F for Facebook in the video which will open >> Read this article
