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Navigating the Holidays After Divorce & Heartbreak Part 1 S3 Ep.11

Monday 20th November 2023

Survive the holidays post-divorce with tips from Kierstyn and Tiffany on The Relationship Recovery Podcast. Learn to process emotions and create new traditions.
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Surviving the Holidays: Heartbreak and Healing After Divorce

Episode Overview

  • The episode discusses the spectrum of emotions post-divorce, such as loneliness, sadness, and anger
  • Kierstyn and Tiffany share their personal experiences of navigating the holidays post-divorce and co-parenting challenges
  • Practical coping skills and resources, including journaling, timed feeling sessions, and the 7 Days to Peace Challenge, are highlighted
  • The hosts stress the significance of seeking help and creating a supportive community during this challenging time
  • Teaser for upcoming part two, promising more tips and resources for navigating the holidays after divorce or heartbreak
you can either lay here and be miserable, or you can go up to your mom and dad's because at the time my brother and his little kids were living there. And you can just watch them, you know, have Christmas. And that's what I ended up doing. And I'm so grateful that I got myself out of bed because, you know, at least I got some joy in the day and I didn't have to just, you know, follow in all of my sorrow that my kids weren't there.
Holidays can be a tough time when you're dealing with the aftermath of a divorce or a broken relationship. In this episode of The Relationship Recovery Podcast, hosts Kierstyn and Tiffany dive into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with the holiday season post-divorce. They don't shy away from discussing the heavy feelings of loneliness, sadness, and anger that often accompany this time of year.
Instead, they stress the importance of acknowledging these emotions and allowing yourself to grieve the loss of your old family structure. But it's not all doom and gloom. Kierstyn and Tiffany offer practical tips for processing these emotions, from journaling to timed feeling sessions. They also talk about the significance of adjusting your holiday expectations and creating new traditions with loved ones.
If you're struggling with co-parenting challenges or just trying to find some joy in a difficult season, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you not just survive but thrive during the holidays. Plus, there's a teaser for part two, promising even more tips and resources to help you navigate this challenging time.