Your permission to say NO this season


Hello Reader,

This week’s theme focuses on something many people find especially hard during the holidays: deciding whether to say yes, no, or maybe to invitations and events.

Any decision can feel exhausting when grief is part of your life, so I created a set of resources to help you choose what feels right for you.

If you prefer to listen, there’s a new podcast episode that gently walks you through how to check in with yourself, make a clear decision, and say no with kindness.

🎙️ You can listen to the Podcast here

If you’d rather read, I also created a companion article that explores the same topic. It offers guidance on tuning into your needs, protecting your energy, and stepping back, without guilt.

👓 You can read the article here

With lovingkindness,

It is my deep wish that you find some peace and gentleness this season. This is why I have set up the full Holiday Grief Resource Center, with free downloads, prompts, and other tools created just for this time of year.

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