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Episode 81: You’re Not Alone in Feeling Alone: Navigating Holiday Loneliness
If you’re listening on Christmas Day, I want to start by saying this:I’m really glad you’re here.
For many people, today is full of warmth, noise, laughter, and tradition.But for many others, Christmas can feel unexpectedly—or painfully—lonely.
You might be physically alone.You might be surrounded by people and still feel disconnected.You might be grieving someone, navigating family tension, or quietly wondering why everyone else seems to be coping better than you are.
Today’s episode is for all of that.
We’re talking about holiday loneliness—why it happens, why it’s so common, and what can…
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