#224 // Feeling Dread Before the Holidays? Here's What to Do Next

It's already starting, isn't it? The decorations, the commercials, the talk about joy everywhere you turn. But when you're grieving, the holidays don't feel joyful—they feel heavy. Maybe you're already dreading the season that used to bring comfort and connection but now only stirs up the ache of what's missing. In this episode, we'll talk honestly about what happens when grief collides with the holidays. Whether you find yourself staying constantly busy or shutting down completely, both are signs that your heart is overwhelmed. You'll learn how to slow down long enough to let God meet you in that space—and how to begin finding peace when the world around you feels like too much. In this episode, you'll learn: Why staying busy can feel safer than feeling your emotions—and how to gently step out of that survival loop What to do when grief leaves you frozen and disconnected from life How to hear God's quiet knock at your heart even when you're too tired to answer The truth about peace—it isn't found in fixing your grief, but in letting God hold you through it If you're already feeling the weight of the holidays, you're not alone, friend. Take a deep breath, grab your headphones, and press play. This episode will help you find the next small step toward peace—and remind you that even here, God is near. Grief Mentor Services ✨ Holiday Flash Offer — Peace for the Holidays A special 1:1 Grief Mentor Session to help you prepare your heart for the season ahead. Through November 22, book your Holiday sale session and receive my new printable guide: Peace for the Holidays — A Simple Plan for Grieving Moms 👉 Book your session:Here Free Support Group  Say your child's name, be seen, and receive gentle guidance with others who understand. 💙 Join the group: Here Free Resources  Survival Guide • Masterclass Day-1 (reply for Day-2) • Worship Playlist • Weekly newsletter • Blog • Podcast (Tues & Sat) 📚 See all free resources: Here — Teresa, Your Grief Mentor