Scott Stoness

"Allow yourself to feel sad, angry, lonely, or even relieved. It’s okay to cry or to feel moments of happiness, even if they are fleeting. Giving yourself permission to experience all your emotions will help you process your grief more fully."

- Scott Stoness

"Understanding that your grief is valid and that it’s okay to feel whatever you’re feeling is the first step in navigating this season."

- Scott Stoness

"One of the most healing ways to navigate grief during the holidays is to find meaningful ways to honor your loved one’s memory through symbolic gestures or creating rituals."

- Scott Stoness

"Grief is not about letting go of your loved one; it’s about learning to live in a world where they are no longer physically present."

- Scott Stoness

"Allowing yourself small moments of joy doesn’t mean you’re forgetting your loved one; it’s a way to honor life and healing."

- Scott Stoness

"It’s okay to adjust or let go of these expectations to match where you are emotionally. You don’t have to force yourself to be part of events or traditions that feel too painful right now."

- Scott Stoness