Healing Through the Holidays: Navigating Post-Divorce Emotions
Episode Overview
Acknowledging and addressing a wide range of emotions post-divorce Setting realistic expectations and avoiding comparisons to past holidays Importance of creating new traditions and co-parenting during the holidays Emphasizing self-care and self-compassion as crucial elements Finding joy and meaning during the holiday season
I choose to make my mental well-being my priority. I replace critical and overworrying thoughts with peaceful ones and welcome true and lasting change.
Holidays can be tough when you're dealing with the aftermath of a divorce. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Relationship Recovery Podcast', Kierstyn Franklin and Tiffany Denny dive into the emotional rollercoaster that often accompanies this time of year. They focus on the importance of acknowledging feelings like loneliness, sadness, and anger, and stress that it's okay to grieve the loss of your old family structure.
This episode is all about giving yourself permission to feel and finding ways to process those emotions. Kierstyn and Tiffany offer practical tips to help you adjust your holiday expectations and create new traditions with loved ones. They share personal stories and reflections, making it clear that you're not alone in this journey.
Whether it's planning for co-parenting or simply finding joy in small moments, this episode is packed with advice to help you navigate the season with a bit more ease and a lot more self-compassion.