Navigating Grief During Thanksgiving: Ep 31

Warrior Moms: Surviving Child Loss

How do you navigate the ups and downs of grief during the holiday season, especially Thanksgiving, after losing a child? Join us, Amy and Michele, as we sit down with our guest, Jenny Stanley, to share personal stories and offer strategies for managing the complex emotions that accompany this time of year. Jenny invites us into her world of grappling with the question, “Why us?” during festive family gatherings, while Amy reflects on the bittersweet solace found in these moments. Together, we explore the interplay between societal expectations of gratitude and the personal sorrow felt when a loved one is absent.
Thanksgiving traditions can be both a comfort and a challenge. In our conversation, we recount how families adapt their rituals to honor those no longer with us—whether it’s setting an extra chair at the table, or finding comfort in the presence of an empty one. We also touch upon the diverse ways families choose to remember their lost loved ones, from open celebrations to quieter, unspoken acts of remembrance. This delicate balance of honoring the past while celebrating the present offers profound lessons on resilience and love.
Throughout our discussion, we underscore the power of self-compassion and the importance of evolving family dynamics. Welcoming new members and crafting new traditions to embrace both memory and change are key themes we explore. With insights from our shared experiences, we encourage listeners to offer themselves grace, cherish moments of gratitude, and create a nurturing environment during Thanksgiving. Whether you're new to this journey or have walked it for many years, find hope and comfort in the collective support of our Warrior Moms community.

Thank you so much for listening! We'd love to hear from you---what you would love to hear, what you like, what helped, etc. With love, Warrior Moms Michele & Amy

"Dream Bird" by Jonny Easton

Thank you for listening to Warrior Moms podcast. It is an honor to share about our beloved children gone too soon, and we hope by telling of our loss, it may help someone in their grief journey. Please note that we are not medical professionals and encourage those listening to seek help from mental health professionals.
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With love,
Warrior Moms Amy & Michele

Capitole

1. Navigating Grief During the Holidays (00:00:00)

2. Honoring Loved Ones During Thanksgiving (00:10:39)

3. Approaching Grief and Traditions (00:17:41)

4. Supporting Each Other Through Thanksgiving (00:24:22)