Grief Healing: Coping with The Holidays: Suggested Resources, 2023

[Latest update: December 4, 2023]

People think it’s terribly sad to spend Christmas alone, but it’s no sadder, really, than spending any other day alone, is it? ~ Paula Hawkins

Once again the holidays are looming, and grief triggers are everywhere, reminding us of all we have lost. That is why many community agencies offer programs to assist the bereaved, especially at this time of year. Your local hospice, mortuary or healthcare organization will have information about whatever special offerings and services are available to you in your community. In addition, the Internet abounds with all sorts of articles, books and tips that offer creative and practical ways to cope with the holidays.

Over the next several weeks I’ll be looking online for articles, webinars and other reliable resources to recommend to my readers and visitors, and each day throughout the holiday season I’ll be posting links to them here. Since I am building upon this list on a daily basis, I invite you to check back often to see what’s been added.

In Memoriam: A Guide to Processing Grief During the Holidays by Leah Banks

Grief and The Holidays via Hospice of The Western Reserve

When the Holidays Promise Joy, Grief Can Feel Especially Heavy by Meghan Rabbitt

'Christmas is especially tough': mother’s ‘devastating’ grief on anniversary of teen’s death by Niamh Campbell

Good Tidings & Good Grief by Molly Connolly

What to say to grieving parents this holiday season by Tribune Content Agency

Feelings of Grief May be Magnified During the Holidays Sponsored by Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

Holidays and How to Survive Them by Dee Stern

Season's Greetings by Stephanie Serazin

Grief and the Holidays: Creating Space for Healing and Connection by Hanna Boyd

Navigating Grief This Holiday Season by Paula Koskin

Tips for Navigating The Holidays by Marni Henderson

Coping with grief during the holiday season by Melissa Sweet

4 Steps to Help You Overcome Grief During The Holidays by Siobhan Riley

27 Ways to Honor and Remember Your Loved One on Thanksgiving via Solace and Sage

How to Get Through the Holidays When You’re Grieving by Jenna Ryu

Eight of the best podcasts to help you deal with grief by Cameron Henderson

How to get through the holidays after the death of a loved one by Steven Petrow

Here’s How To Lean Into Your Holiday Grief Healthily by Dominique Fluker

Sesame Workshop Releases New Content to Support Children and Families Dealing with Grief and Loss by aNb Media

How to Manage Grief and Loss Over the Holidays by Jennifer Lewerenz

How to Survive The Holidays When You're Grieving by Jessica Fein

5 tips for dealing with grief during the holiday season by Theara Coleman

Healing Your Holiday Grief by Alan Wolfelt

How to Cope with Grief and Loss During The Holiday Season by Pinkvilla Desk

Grief Perspectives: Helping the Bereaved Face The Holidays by William Hoy

Haunted by Loss: Grieving During Halloween by Mark Shelvock

Thankful for What Was . . . Hopeful for What Is Yet To Be by Julie Gentz

10 Great Ways to Remember A Loved One on Thanksgiving by Codi Lindsey

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