“I am not in the mood to celebrate. It would be tremendous if I could find help.”
Sue
“What is the best counsel for someone who’d love to enjoy the holidays, but can’t get past the sorrow?”
Kevin
If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, the holidays may not feel joyful. Instead, they likely feel daunting, empty, or even unbearable. The empty chair at the table, the traditions that now sting, and the pressure to smile when your heart aches—these are very real and very painful.
Survival Guide: Navigating the Holidays After Loss is here to walk with you through this tender season. It’s not a resource filled with quick fixes or empty cheer. Instead, it offers real, compassionate support—practical steps, gentle encouragement, and wisdom from others who have walked this road. Whether it’s your first holiday without your loved one or the tenth, this book can help you face the season feeling prepared and even with a bit of hope.
Your Survival Guide is more than a book—it can be a trusted companion through one of the hardest times of the year. Written by grief experts and filled with stories from people who understand, this guide gives you tools to:
- Prepare emotionally and spiritually for the holidays
- Cope with the pressure to “celebrate”
- Know how to respond to invitations and expectations
- Adjust or let go of painful traditions
Find new ways to honor your loved one - Lean into God’s presence when you’re feeling alone
- Take small, meaningful steps toward healing
Whether your grief is fresh or ongoing, these pages will meet you with compassion and walk with you toward a softer, more hope-filled season.
Navigate the season with hope, page by page.
When you purchase the book, you will receive access to a free, online video that can be watched, or rewatched, anytime you need it.
Featuring advice from people who understand what you’re facing this season, the video complements what you’ll learn in the book and includes a note-taking outline to follow along.
Survival Guide: Navigating the Holidays After Loss is available as a stand-alone resource or as a complement to the Surviving the Holidays seminar or GriefShare program.
Looking for a place to connect with others who understand what you’re going through this season? A 2-hour Surviving the Holidays event provides practical advice, suggestions, support, and encouragement for facing the holidays.
Want more sustained support beyond the holidays? Find encouragement and practical guidance at a 13-week GriefShare group, happening near you or online.
