The holidays can be hard on people going through a divorce, especially the first year. You’re grieving the death of your marriage and sometimes have loneliness or silence for the first time in a while. You’re not alone! So many people feel this way, and it’s normal and understandable. Embrace it! Know it won’t last forever.
The holidays can be hard on people going through a divorce, especially the first year. You’re grieving the death of your marriage and sometimes have loneliness or silence for the first time in a while. You’re not alone! So many people feel this way, and it’s normal and understandable. Find others going through the same thing or who have been through it; find your tribe. You need to sit in your sadness but be supported and heard through that. Embracing your loneliness means relishing the quiet and enjoy some silence and “you” time. Know that this won’t last forever. Work on yourself and do things you haven’t been able to do in a while. Find creative ways to show your real loved ones, your chosen loved ones, that you care. Find or work on a hobby that’s just for you. Don’t feel guilty for spending time or energy on yourself. You deserve it and are worthy of it, and you need to find your own happiness within so you have more in your cup to help others. Your kids don’t care whether they are celebrating with you on actual Christmas or any other day; make the holidays as magical with them as you want and they will feel it. Make this holiday season the best ever!