Connect with Erin! Send a textIn this special holiday episode of Ebbs & Flows, Erin discusses the complex emotions that can arise during the holiday season, including grief, loneliness, anxiety, the pressure to feel joyful & the power of gratitude. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging these feelings and offers practical tools for navigating them with compassion. Erin shares personal experiences and insights on how to honour loved ones who have passed, cope with feelings of loneliness, manage overwhelm & anxiety, & find joy amidst challenges. Erin also shares a visualization practice to help you connect with loved ones who have passed.The episode concludes with a reminder to prioritize self-care & set healthy boundaries during this emotionally charged time.Wishing you a fulfilling holiday season. XoxListen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & Amazon Music!Watch on YoutubeConnect with Erin!Follow on Instagram: @ebbsandflows222⁠⁠Send me an Email: [email protected]: https://www.ebbsandflows.ca/Products:I Published a Dream Journal! Available on AmazonResources:Mental Health Support CanadaChapters01:19 Navigating Holiday Emotions06:23 Grief During the Holidays13:45 Visualization for Grieving a Loved One15:05 Coping with Loneliness17:24 Coping with Overwhelm & Anxiety23:15 Finding Joy Amidst ChallengesTakeawaysThe holiday season can evoke a wide range of emotions.It's important to validate your feelings during this time.Grief can be particularly heavy during the holidays.Joy and grief can coexist; it's okay to feel both.Practicing gratitude can help shift your mindset.Creating rituals to honor loved ones can be healing.Loneliness can be an opportunity for self-care.Setting boundaries is essential for emotional well-being.Breathing exercises can help manage anxiety and overwhelm.The holidays are about connection, not perfection.

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