Navigating Anniversaries and Holidays After Loss with Shelley Treacher
Let kids choose what they want to do. Talk about memories. Allow yourself to talk about the grief. Reflect on it at least once a day, but also do one thing for yourself each day: get support, be with friends.
Facing anniversaries and holidays after losing a loved one can feel like an insurmountable challenge. In this episode of 'Underground Confidence Recovery', Shelley Treacher, a BACP Accredited Somatic Psychotherapist, offers heartfelt advice on how to handle these emotionally charged times. Shelley shares practical tips to help you take care of yourself during these difficult moments.
She emphasizes the importance of allowing yourself to grieve and practicing self-care, while also encouraging you to talk about your memories with those who can offer genuine support. Shelley also discusses how to evaluate your traditions to see if they bring comfort or need adjusting. Her gentle guidance aims to help you honor your loved ones while still looking after your own well-being.
Whether you're facing your first holiday season without a loved one or navigating the anniversary of their passing, this episode offers compassionate strategies to help you cope.