The holidays can be a very difficult time to deal with during our grief. There's an article over at Pathways Health: Why Grief Can Seem Worse During the Holidays. It's no secret why this time of year can be difficult for so many who are grieving a loss. Quote:
"Grief in and of itself is bad enough, but it can be magnified when the holidays roll around. That’s mainly because the holiday season is filled with reminders of the one you lost, as you’re surrounded by others who have their loved ones with them and are celebrating a season of joy and togetherness."
The author(s) have lots of good suggestions for how we can better deal with this time of year, including creating new holiday traditions, setting limits on how much you may or may not want to socialize with others, and donating to charity in your loved one's name. All in all, a a nicely-written and concise guide for how to make this time of year a bit more bearable.
