The holidays can bring up a lot. Joy, nostalgia, overwhelm, grief, loneliness, mixed memories, and moments where you’re not even sure what you’re feeling. If you're riding emotional waves this week, you are so deeply not alone.
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In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to be with big feelings during the holiday season without needing to fix them, justify them, or explain them to anyone. You’ll hear:
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Why it feels so hard to answer “How are you?” when you’re overwhelmed
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How to give simple, safe answers that honor your energy
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What to do when grief, loss, or memories surface unexpectedly
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The normalcy of moving between high and low emotions during this season
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How to support yourself gently when you feel unseen, misunderstood, or alone
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How to let moments be moments instead of carrying the emotional pressure of years
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Why giving yourself kindness (even a few minutes of it) changes everything
This episode is a soft landing place if you're navigating complicated family dynamics, missing someone you love, or just trying to stay centered in a very full week.
✨ Holiday takeaway: You don’t have to explain your feelings to deserve care. You don’t have to be cheerful to belong. You are allowed to show up exactly as you are.
If you want more support, tools, and grounded emotional guidance as we move into the new year, keep tuning in, and explore the resources waiting for you at anchoredandalive.com.
Sending you warmth, permission, and gentleness this holiday week. 💛
You can read the transcript of this episode here: https://anchoredandalive.com/blog/115652-how-to-be-with-big-feelings-during-the
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