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Square graphic with a soft white-to-light-blue gradient background. At the center is an abstract illustration of two hands clasped together, drawn in teal and purple lines. Along the left side, vertical text reads “Grief During the Holidays & Beyond.” Along the right side, vertical text reads “A New Blog By Dr. Michele Marsh.” At the bottom center is the Council for Relationships logo in purple script and gray text.

Grief During the Holidays & Beyond

January 2, 2026

“Happy Holidays!” doesn’t quite ring true for many who are grieving a serious loss at this time. The most obvious and painful loss is the death of a person you…

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Graphic promoting a holiday guide titled 'A Holiday Guide to Overcoming Feelings of Inadequacy' by Sloane Previdi, MFT. The image features a simple illustration of a person represented by a stick figure being pinched by a large hand, symbolizing the concept of feelings of being small or inadequate. The background includes swirling light blue shapes, giving a sense of motion or emotion. The logo for 'Council for Relationships' is at the bottom of the image.

How to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy During the Holidays

November 19, 2024

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration, but for many, it can magnify feelings of inadequacy and loneliness. Social media platforms and societal…

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How to Manage Stress During the Holidays

December 21, 2023

Ask any AI chatbot about how to manage stress during the holidays, and you’re bound to find out that there is a lot of stress management advice out there. Council for…

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Guilt-Free Holidays: A Parents’ Guide to the Holiday Season

December 19, 2023

Parenting during the holiday season is not easy. Stress, guilt, and fear can arise from various sources during this time. But do not fret, parents! Guilt-free holidays are within your…

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Mental Health Lessons from Hallmark Holiday Movies

Hallmark is popular during the holidays for its stories of love, tradition, and family. It also provides us with plenty of valuable mental health lessons. Hallmark’s holiday films teach us…

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