12/22/2025
This time of year isn't always merry for everyone.
While we're sharing meals and making memories, some people are carrying heavy things you can't see.
Maybe it's:
⭐ The first holiday without someone
⭐ Financial stress that feels crushing
⭐ Family dynamics that bring up old wounds
⭐ Loneliness that hits harder in December
Here's what helps: presence over presents.
Your time, your listening ear, your simple "How are you really doing?"—these are the gifts that matter.
Check in gently. Offer space without pressure. Sometimes the kindest thing is just showing up.
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