Articles written by Todd Veenhuis

Todd Veenhuis|Updated Dec 3, 2024

Festive, cheerful, joyous, and celebratory — these are the emotions we often associate with the holiday season. Yet for those grieving the loss of a loved one, this time of year can evoke vastly different feelings. Words like dread, fear, anxiety, and loneliness emerged during a recent seminar here is Sisters that focused on helping people cope with grief during the holidays. Although grief is felt every day of the year, the empty chair at holiday gatherings can amplify the sense of loss, especially for those facing their f... Full story