Gentle ways to face holidays after loss

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The first weeks: tiny anchors that helped me breathe.

After my loss, mornings were the longest stretch of empty. I didn’t have a plan—just a pulse. The advice that helped most wasn’t heroic. It was small, kind, and doable. Here are five “tiny anchors” you can try. No pressure—use what helps; leave what doesn’t. Wave breathing. Inhale for 4, hold 2, exhale for 6….

Holidays can amplify the quiet. Traditions that once brought joy can ache in a new way. It’s okay to do less this year—or do it differently. Rituals that remember Set a place with a candle, share a favorite story, or cook one beloved recipe. Memory is a form of presence. Boundaries are care Try phrases…