How Do We Hold Onto Joy When Life Is Hard?

15/12/2025

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Episode Synopsis

At Christmas, joy is everywhere. It’s printed on cards, sung in carols, and
spoken about as if it should come naturally this time of year. But for many
people, Christmas doesn’t amplify joy—it magnifies pressure. Expectations
rise. Schedules tighten. Emotions surface. And joy can feel like the
hardest of the Advent themes to actually live out.