The Holidays Are Hard for Me (12/20)

Small-group conversations began as an experiment. While public speaking allows me to share with a large audience and coaching happens one-on-one, I was curious about a way to split the difference. I've been leading these groups for two years now. They’ve provided a front-row seat for countless moments of vulnerability, kindness, and connection. 

Going back to my time with TWLOHA and my book, If You Feel Too Much, I've been thinking / talking / writing about the holidays for a while now. This topic continues to feel important—remembering that days intended for celebration can be some of the hardest days for people who are grieving or going through a difficult season. I want to keep showing up and keep holding space for those who can relate. 

Maybe it’s distance. Maybe the people you love are far away. Maybe it’s the silence of a broken relationship. Maybe you’re trying to figure out how to be in the room with family members you’ve had conflict with. Or maybe it’s simply the grief that comes with losing someone you love. 

If the holidays are hard for you, I can promise that you’re not alone. The goal with this small-group conversation is to create a safe space for vulnerability and connection, in hopes of finding comfort and encouragement.

How can we help each other navigate this season? Are there steps we can take to feel better as we arrive at the end of year? How do boundaries and self-care factor in? What about chosen family? 

Join me Friday, December 20 at 7pm ET. We’ll connect via Zoom and the event will be limited to eight people, so that everyone gets time to share. It’s good to set aside three hours. I promise the time goes by fast!

Please note: Due to the limited nature of these events, tickets are non-refundable. 

You will receive the Zoom link a couple days before our time together, followed by a word doc (aka road map aka game plan) on the day of the event. 

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From past participants:

"I've felt safer and more comfortable in the last three hours than in the last three years." —Joshua

"I've always hated groups. I love these groups." —Charis