Grief During the Holidays: How to Cope, Heal, and Set Boundaries (Therapist-Led Workshop)
This is a recording of a live Good Grief community workshop. Members get access to expert-led sessions where they can ask questions, connect with others, and find support.
If you're grieving during the holidays, you're not alone.
In this therapist-led workshop, grief expert Lori Mulady Burdick, MA LPC shares practical tools to help you cope with loss, manage holiday expectations, set boundaries with family, and create a self-care plan that supports your emotional wellbeing.
What you'll learn in this video
- Why grief often feels harder during the holidays
- How to cope with grief during holiday gatherings
- The 20-minute rule for social events when you feel overwhelmed
- How to set boundaries with family while grieving
- Practical self-care during grief
- Ways to honor a loved one during the holidays
- How to manage anticipation, stress, and emotional triggers
- Tips for your first holiday without a loved one
The complete workshop deck, notes, and resources for this session are available in the Good Grief Community Platform.
Access the full recapWorkshop led by
Lori Mulady Burdick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S