Seasons and holidays bring a flood of memories to each of us every year. Routines or traditions with family, friends and loved ones make events special and create a tapestry of emotions connected to each. The death of a loved one shades those images and the idea of crafting new memories without that loved one is a significant part of our grief journey.

We often don’t know how we will handle the emotion of upcoming events. One year may be easier or tougher than the last, and that might be true for each one in the family. It is important to remember that while we have limited control over things that happen around us, we can control how we respond to them.

Below are several articles with tips and suggestions to help make your holiday season less challenging.