Episode 10 Show Notes: A Different Kind of Christmas — Grief, Gifts, and Your Limits

In this episode, I share my first Christmas without Kevin — the “firsts,” the heartbreak, and the unexpected lessons about grief, love, and what we can actually hold during the holidays. We explore:

• How grief shifts meaning, making traditions and gifts feel heavy, distant, or empty.
• Why gifts can feel insignificant — and why that clarity isn’t failure.
• The idea of lowering the Christmas bar to protect your energy and honor your reality.
• Gentle ways to stay connected — to yourself, your memories, and others — without overextending.
• How quiet, tender, and even messy moments matter because they meet you where you actually are.

Resources & Ways to Work With Me

If you want support navigating grief this season or beyond, here are some ways we can work together:

• 1:1 Grief Coaching – Tailored support for widows navigating the early stages or ongoing grief. Find out more: [1:1 Grief Support]
• Re-Imagine – A 12-week group program for widows ready to explore life after loss in depth (next session, March 2026). Learn more here: [Re-Imagine Group Grief Support]

You can also connect with me on social media:

• Instagram: [@imsorrywerefriends]

If this episode resonated with you, I’d be so grateful if you shared it with someone who might need it. And don’t miss Episode 11: Anticipating the New Year — A Year Without You in It, where we explore stepping into a new year when the person you love isn’t coming with you.