Holiday Grief: A Gentle Guide for Navigating Loss During a Season of Celebration
The holiday season can be beautiful and painfully overwhelming. While the world focuses on joy and togetherness, many people carry the weight of grief, longing, and memories that feel heavier this time of year. This Holiday Grief Worksheet was created to give you a compassionate space to slow down, reflect, and honor what you’re carrying.
Inside, you’ll find simple, grounding prompts to help you explore:
• What you miss
• Memories that bring warmth
• What feels heavy this season
• Traditions that help and those that need to change
• Ways to honor someone you love
• Your emotional needs this season
• Boundaries that protect your energy
• Comfort plans for hard days
• A final message of compassion to yourself
This worksheet is not about "fixing" grief; it’s about permitting yourself to process it at your own pace. Whether you use it privately, with a therapist, or as part of a holiday self-care routine, let these pages support you through a season that can be both tender and tough.
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