The holidays can stir up a mix of emotions when you’re grieving. This season asks for joy, connection, and celebration, but your heart may be in a very different place. Grief doesn’t pause for the calendar, and it’s completely normal to feel out of sync with the world around you. Healing after a loss is an ongoing process, and the holidays often highlight just how much has changed. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re adapting, one moment at a time. If this time of year feels heavier than usual, you’re not alone.