Date: December 4, 2023

This recording talks about holiday stress. Valerie opens the discussion by allowing members to freely talk about the stress that they feel during the holidays. As members share their personal stories of grief and loneliness during the holidays, Valerie provides support and advice. The discussion emphasizes being present with loved ones, especially amid illness or impending loss. It concludes with a discussion on grief, loss, and maintaining connections with departed loved ones, highlighting therapeutic activities like journaling and preserving mementos such as a video or recording.

What are some of your stress factors during the holidays?

IN THIS VIDEO:

0:00:05

How is stress related to inflammation, and autoimmune disease?

0:02:37

What is stressful during the holiday season?

0:06:31

Coping with grief and creating Christmas alone

0:12:57

Declutter the garage for water meter replacement

0:16:14

Navigating grief and holiday blues

0:18:21

Difficult choices and discussion with holiday eating, traveling, and politics

0:28:35

Navigating grief and family member sickness during the holidays