Robin YatesYour grief isn't a mood to fix or a problem to solve. It's not something you need to hide to protect others' holiday joy. Your sadness doesn't make you a burden or a downer - it makes you human.
Robin YatesAs 2025 comes to a close, you get to choose what comes with you into 2026 and what stays behind. This isn't something that just happens to you - it's a conscious decision you get to make.
Robin YatesYou're not broken if you feel different in winter. You're not lazy, unmotivated, or failing at life. Your body and spirit are responding to natural rhythms that have been honored for thousands of years.
Robin YatesMaybe it's your first holiday without someone you love. Or maybe it's been years, but certain songs, traditions, or empty chairs still hit you like a punch to the chest. Grief doesn't follow holiday schedules or social expectations.